By: Ariani Narwastujati Experiencing a natural disaster is something no one hopes for. The Yogyakarta earthquake catastrophe twenty years ago (May 27, 2006), remains vivid in the memories of its survivors. This tragedy taught us that communities are not merely aid recipients but key actors in disaster management. Active citizen participation has proven essential in strengthening social resilience, fostering a culture of preparedness, and ensuring that everyone plays a role in maintaining collective safety. The swift recovery following the Yogyakarta earthquake is evidence of this communal strength. As a follow-up to disaster preparedness, Disaster Resilient Villages (KTB) were established through national and regional regulations, with the primary legal framework being Law Number 24 of 2007 on Disaster Management and BNPB Regulation Number 7 of 2025 on Disaster Resilient Villages and Sub-districts. In Yogyakarta City, the strengthening o...
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