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April 23, 2026Coastal Studies & SocietyOpen Access

“One Foot in the Sea”: A Community-Focused Exhibition on Adaptation, Identity and Coastal Change in Borth, Wales

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AAAlex ArnallKWK. Williams

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Overview

Community exploration highlights local resilience in coastal adaptation, suggesting a shift from risk narratives.

Key Points

  • This research explores alternative representations of coastal communities, focusing on identity and resilience amid change.
  • Organized a community exhibition in Borth, Wales, showcasing local stories and artifacts.
  • Conducted interviews with residents to gather insights on their experiences and connections to the sea.
  • Analyzed community contributions to highlight diverse perspectives on coastal life.
  • Residents expressed a strong sense of identity tied to Borth's maritime history.
  • Community contributions emphasized the richness of local experiences beyond vulnerability narratives.
  • The exhibition facilitated discussions that challenged conventional, problem-centric portrayals of coastal communities.

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Arnall et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e9b80e85696592c86eb914https://doi.org/10.1177/26349817251410704
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