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DESCRIPTION:As the world increasingly focuses on sustainable development\, 
 the pressing issue of climate change\, primarily caused by a combination o
 f diverse anthropogenic activities\, continues to pose the greatest threat
  to the African continent. Climate change has become the most pressing iss
 ue facing the world today\, and Nigeria is one of those countries most vul
 nerable to its effects\, as exemplified by the extensive flooding that aff
 ected over twenty-two (22) states\, including Gombe State\, and displaced 
 a significant population in 2022. These disasters have caused enormous dam
 age and displacement\, and have had a massive impact on the lives of Niger
 ians. Panguru\, a community located in Kashere\, Gombe State\, stands as a
 n exemplary case of a community facing numerous climate related challenges
 . Additionally\, there has been inconclusive debate about the significance
  of OpenStreetMap data in Nigeria and its useability. However\, OpenStreet
 Map (OSM) data holds the potential to significantly improve the livelihood
 s of Panguru and other similar communities\, enabling them to better prepa
 re for climate induced disasters while building their resilience towards c
 limate change. Addressing the complex challenges posed by climate change r
 equires a collaborative effort that surpasses the capacity of any single e
 ntity\, whether government\, NGOs\, or individuals.\n\nThe constant shifti
 ng dynamics of our environment\, coupled with rapid development in some co
 mmunities\, make comprehensive monitoring difficult for the government and
  corporate bodies. In the face of these challenges\, it is now paramount t
 o prioritize efficient documentation and monitoring of these vulnerable co
 mmunities for more effective disaster response and climate resilience. Add
 itionally\, the challenges faced in disaster management in Nigeria stem fr
 om a lack of reliable and accurate open-source data. This limitation inhib
 its the efforts of response teams and organizations in offering emergency 
 related assistance to affected communities due to a lack of essential info
 rmation to access those areas. There have also been initiatives set up to 
 encourage increased volunteer participation in mapping structure\, but the
 ir current number is insufficient. As a result\, the need to encourage vol
 unteers and prioritize the use of OpenStreetMap data to effectively docume
 nt and monitor the vulnerability of these communities is essential in thes
 e times.\n\nThe goal of this study is to look into the potential of open s
 treet mapping in gathering and documenting information about vulnerable co
 mmunities\, with the primary aim of improving disaster response and buildi
 ng climate resilience in similar communities across the country\, using Pa
 nguru community in Gombe State\, Nigeria\, as an example. The primary data
  was gathered through community engagement\, while secondary data was gath
 ered and integrated from sources such as OSM\, Google Earth\, OCHA\, and L
 andsat. This study's methodology began with a review of data on vulnerabil
 ity indices\, disaster response rates\, and current OpenStreetMap data on 
 Nigeria's vulnerable communities. The Panguru community leaders were taske
 d with gathering detailed information on the communities’ environmental 
 and socioeconomic conditions. Geospatial software was used to conduct spat
 ial analysis to identify infrastructure distribution and gaps in Gombe Sta
 te. \n\nAccording to the findings\, the Panguru community faces challenges
  due to a lack of data and access to essential infrastructure\, resulting 
 in isolation from major communities due to frequent flooding. The area is 
 prone to flooding\, and the only connecting road is a frequently flooded v
 alley that has killed over five (5) people in the past. OpenStreetMap (OSM
 ) data has the potential to guide government bodies in making decisions ab
 out where to locate critical structures such as road networks\, clean wate
 r facilities\, and hospitals\, which can aid in disaster response. OSM pro
 vides alternative ways to help vulnerable and underdeveloped communities b
 uild climate resilience. Openstreetmapping participation and inclusivity e
 ncourage local knowledge and community mapping\, which allows the resident
 s to identify prone risk zones that are not visible on satellite imagery a
 nd also learn about their own vulnerability. The crowd sourced data allows
  for more flexibility to provide current information on things. The potent
 ial of OpenStreetMap data extends beyond its ability to document infrastru
 cture but also to attract development by providing accurate and current in
 formation by mapping existing structures\, highlighting the potential for 
 economic activities\, and showcasing the community's unique cultural herit
 age. These data can help to generate interest among investors\, tourists\,
  and development parastatals\, leading to increased opportunities for soci
 al and economic development. \n\nThis study emphasized the significance of
  using OSM data to improve the lives of communities like Panguru. More dat
 a can be collected in previously inaccessible areas by increasing voluntee
 r engagement and capacity building. This would help build the communities'
  efforts toward sustainable development and climate resilience. The combin
 ation of OSM data and GIS data can provide valuable information for the re
 location of small communities\, particularly those located in floodplains 
 or flood risk zones.\n \nKeywords: Climate resilience\, Disaster response\
 , OpenStreetMap (OSM)\, Nigeria\, Vulnerable communities
DTSTAMP:20260422T080929Z
LOCATION:Auditorium
SUMMARY:Assessing Potential of OpenStreetMap Data for Climate Resilience: A
  Case Study of Panguru Community\, Nigeria - Jumoke Mujidat Omodeni
URL:https://pretalx.com/sotm-africa-2023/talk/TFWYAL/
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