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1 Creative Recovery Arts Corps Pilot Project Research and Reflections: Resources The purpose of this document is to provide international and national examples and resources, which reflect community experiences of disaster recovery. Included in this list are: ideas for projects, ways of engaging with communities affected by disaster, lessons learned by state government agencies, tools to provide inspiration, aspiration and support. This is not intended to be a list that encompasses all of the work across the world relating to disaster recovery however, a short and concise list of interesting examples and reflections. You may like to add some of your own ideas and resources to this list! Disaster Recovery Management Examples of how other areas within Australia and, internationally have working within a disaster recovery setting. Victoria (Bushfire) State Government of Victoria: Lessons learned from Victoria s bushfires This website highlights an article outlining some of the key government and community learnings from the 2009 bushfires and, a report from the community recovery committee. This report also outlines some of the key approaches and recommendations from the committee when responding to a community in a disaster context. New Orleans (Hurricane Katrina) Post Hurricane Katrina Research and Recovery Work This report, funded by the National Science Foundation (U.S), Reconstituting Community: Paths to Recovery in New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina, explores the impact on community, evaluations of stress, assessments of damage and, an investigation into the process of recovery and rebuilding. A Village called Versailles In a New Orleans neighborhood called Versailles, a tight-knit group of Vietnamese Americans overcame obstacles to rebuild after Hurricane Katrina, only to have their homes threatened by a new government-imposed toxic landfill. A VILLAGE CALLED VERSAILLES is the

Included in this list are: ideas for projects, ways of engaging with communities affected by disaster, lessons learned by state government agencies, tools to provide inspiration, aspiration and

2 empowering story of how the Versailles people, who have already suffered so much in their lifetime, turn a devastating disaster into a catalyst for change and a chance for a better future. Thailand (Tsunami 2006) Bangkok Post One Year on The Challenges Ahead Art for the heart: While it can't undo what the tsunami did, art can help victims of the disaster come to terms with their grief and learn how to move on while also providing ways to lure back tourists and showcase their own identity. A newspaper article from the Bangkok Post, one year on from the Tsunami. Arts based Disaster recovery Research and Examples: National examples Examples of arts-based responses in disaster affected communities both nationally and internationally. In this section, you will also find some resources, creative ideas, blogs and conversations about the role of the arts in disaster affected communities. Blog Conversations: Arts Queensland: Arts and Community Recovery Arts Queensland administrate a critical conversation style blog called aqblog: policy and practice in arts and culture. This section on arts and community recovery specifically relates to communities affected by natural disaster and, the role of the arts in community recovery and resilience. Victoria (Bushfires) Regional Arts Victoria: Illuminated by Fire An overview of the nationally acclaimed Illuminated by Fire exhibition in Federation Square in July This work commemorated the 2009 bushfires and, was the culmination of an intense community cultural development process with each of the affected communities. Regional Arts Victoria: Illuminated by Fire A collection of films from the community. Also, showcased as part of the Illuminated by Fire Exhibition. Queensland (General)

html Art for the heart: While it can't undo what the tsunami did, art can help victims of the disaster come to terms with their grief and learn how to move on while also providing ways to lure back

3 Red Alert! A DVD Resource for young people affected by natural disaster (Human Ventures) This resource was developed in 2007 by Human Ventures, funded by Local Government Association Queensland. A selection of stories by young people from Innisfail (Cyclone Larry), Tara (Bushfires) and Gold Coast (Flash flooding) are available on this website. Brisbane January Floods captured in words and watercolour A children s picture book called Flood the January floods captured in words and watercolours. This book provides opportunities for children to read and reflect about Brisbane s recent natural disaster. Research and Examples: International examples Christchurch (Earthquake) Manatu Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage An audio recording of a forum held in Christchurch on 8 April Christchurch earthquake recovery: A role for the arts? Implications and opportunities. An interesting conversation. New Orleans (Hurricane Katrina) Open Society Foundations: Can Art help to hear a broken city? An audio recording of a radio program, which aired on February 14, This report by Tena Rubio reports on street art that captures New Orleans's deep cultural roots, the troubled times it faces, and a sense of hope in the midst of Katrina's rubble. This story includes Elizabeth Underwood, Art in Action founder; Joseph Rooney, New Orleans resident; and Stephen Collier, Art in Action artist. New York Foundation for the Arts A website dedicated to Emergency Resources for Artists post disaster. It is a service to refer artists to particular funding opportunities and information relating to post-disaster support. The New York Foundation for the Arts' mission is to empower artists at critical stages in their creative lives. Thailand (Tsunami 2006) UNESCO Post Tsunami Rehabilitation

A selection of stories by young people from Innisfail (Cyclone Larry), Tara (Bushfires) and Gold Coast (Flash flooding) are available on this website.

4 In response to the Indian Ocean tsunami that adversely affected South and South-east Asia on 26 December 2004, UNESCO delivered a series of workshops in traditional performing arts and musical expressions. This project aims to support the socio-cultural rehabilitation of tsunami-distressed communities, promote the safeguarding of the intangible cultural heritage, and demonstrate a new role for the performing arts in post-disaster situations. Sri Lanka (Tsunami 2006) Art Suitcase Projects A short blog article documenting two social art projects about the integration of art into community recovery and development work. Haiti (Earthquake 2010) One: Children s Arts projects restoring Haiti community spirit An interview with young artists who are engaging in a public art project in an attempt to restore the Haiti community spirit and, to provide a sense of hope and aspiration for other young people and the community in general. UNICEF: Using Art to cope with disaster one young man s story NEW YORK, USA, 22 January 2010 Until their home was destroyed in last week s earthquake, Bruno Rene, 18, lived with his mother in the southern Haitian port city of Jacmel. Since then, Bruno, an aspiring artist, has been working on art projects to cope with the impact of the disaster. Bruno spoke with UNICEF Radio by phone from Jacmel, describing his experience during the earthquake and in its aftermath. General International Arts Corps examples Art for Social Action Art Corps ArtCorps advances social change initiatives by promoting art and culture as powerful tools to generate cooperative and sustainable work between development organizations and the communities they serve. MusicianCorps The Centre for Music National Service (MNS)

series of workshops in traditional performing arts and musical expressions.

5 MusicianCorps, MNS s flagship program, trains and places musicians to serve full-time as teachers and mentors in low-performing public schools, youth centers, and other high-need community settings. MusicianCorps uses music to reengage youth in their academic and civic lives, and provide them skills to succeed in the 21st century economy.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES. Duration of resource: 24 Minutes. Year of Production: 2013. Stock code: VEA12059 ADDITIONAL RESOURCES All businesses are exposed to some level of risk, but when a natural disaster strikes they can suddenly face a variety of unexpected and often extraordinary situations. What happens