Abstract
Natural disasters and climate change threaten cultural heritage sites globally. These disasters damage heritage sites physically and devalue them historically, culturally, and significantly. The loss of significant connections to cultural heritage and historical legacy is especially regrettable because it affects both present and future generations. Despite awareness of the risks, risk mitigation efforts for cultural heritage assets in natural disaster-prone areas are lacking. Comprehensive heritage management strategies are needed to safeguard heritage assets. Disaster risk indicators are often neglected in heritage management strategies. In Malaysia for instance, the Conservation Management Plan (CMP) serves as a framework for heritage management; nevertheless, the extent to which disaster risk mitigation is included into the CMP’s monitoring and risk assessment criteria is unclear. This study evaluates Malaysia’s heritage management plan’s risk assessment criteria to remedy the deficiency. This study employs a qualitative research approach to extensively analyse the CMP’s disaster risk management plan through content analysis. The findings show that the CMP’s current structure places an alarming low priority on disaster risk mitigation components. The lack highlights the necessity of improved regulations and strategies to safeguard Malaysia’s historical, cultural, and social significance of heritage sites in the face of evolving environmental issues. This will ensure these cultural heritage sites are protected for future generations and are preserved for present enjoyment.
Presenters
Norzaihan Bt Mad ZinLecturer, Interior Architecture, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
KEYWORDS
Disaster Risk Management, Cultural Heritage, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction
