Gibson Terry
Global Network for Disaster Reduction, London, United Kingdom.
Jamba. 2015 Feb 27;7(1):1-6. doi: 10.4102/jamba.v7i1.128. eCollection 2015.
Investment of resources in international development continues to grow, but evidence suggests that progress is patchy and that parameters such as losses resulting from disasters of all scales continue to grow. It is suggested that critical thought and reflection, as an adjunct to action, is vital for both individuals and organisations concerned for social development. It is further argued that disruption is often required in order to dynamically pursue transformation of structures and institutions in order to secure progress towards sustainable livelihoods.
对国际发展的资源投入持续增长，但有证据表明进展并不均衡，而且各类规模灾害造成的损失等参数仍在不断增加。有人认为，批判性思考和反思作为行动的辅助，对于关注社会发展的个人和组织而言至关重要。还有观点进一步指出，往往需要进行变革，以便积极推动结构和制度的转型，从而确保在实现可持续生计方面取得进展。
