The Role of Non-Structural Mitigation Elements in Enhancing the Effectiveness of Disaster Risk Reduction: A Health Perspective on Community Preparedness and Resilience

Abstract

Landslides frequently occur in hilly areas of Indonesia, including the Poncol District, Magetan Regency, causing significant material losses, fatalities, and socio-economic impacts. Structural mitigation is often unsustainable for communities with limited resources. This study aims to develop a non-structural mitigation model based on community empowerment, integrating risk mapping, capacity building, local wisdom, and inclusive planning to enhance community resilience and adaptation in various regions. This research employs a cross-sectional analytical survey design in Genilangit Village, Poncol, Magetan, involving 150 respondents selected through proportional stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a Likert scale questionnaire, analysed with descriptive statistics and path analysis using Partial Least Squares (PLS). Findings indicate that non-structural mitigation effectiveness has an R-Square of 0.483, explaining 48.3% of the variability. Disaster education and mitigation planning have limited influence, with R-squares of 0.065 and 0.042, respectively. Local wisdom-based mitigation significantly enhances mitigation effectiveness (coefficient 1.201; T-statistic 4.885), whereas identification and mapping show a significant negative effect (coefficient-0.867; T-statistic 3.146). From a health perspective, landslides pose indirect risks, including injuries, disease outbreaks, and psychological stress. This study highlights the need for integrating health aspects into non-structural mitigation strategies. Strengthening risk identification, incorporating disaster education into curricula, community involvement, and addressing health vulnerabilities are essential for improving mitigation effectiveness. An integrated approach ensures resilience and overall well-being in disaster-prone communities, promoting sustainable and community-driven disaster preparedness efforts.