Abstract ID: 3.10314 | Accepted as Talk | Talk/Oral | TBA | TBA

This case study examines the role of digital mapping as a tool for fostering knowledge sharing and learning for community resilience in mountain environments. Conducted within a mountain village, the research involved a digital mapping exercise designed to address the impacts of natural and human-induced hazards while creating opportunities for collaborative learning and knowledge exchange. The findings highlight key factors that influenced participation and tool utilization, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities of implementing such interventions in socio-culturally complex settings. The study emphasizes the importance of aligning interventions with local contexts, addressing shared challenges, and linking them to individual and community interests to effectively engage participants and stimulate collective action. A problem-solving approach that connects community needs to individual interests shows promise in enhancing local involvement. These findings offer practical implications for the design and implementation of digital mapping and similar knowledge engagement interventions aimed at building community resilience in the face of the unique challenges encountered in mountain regions.