Social Resilience: An Effective Strategy for Enhancing Safety and Preventing Injuries
Irtiqa Imini Pishgiri Masdumiyat (Safety Promotion and Injury Prevention),
Vol. 13 No. 1 (1404),
2 December 2025
https://doi.org/10.22037/iipm.v13i1.52504
Abstract
Social resilience refers to the capacity of individuals, groups, and communities to effectively adapt to crises, hazards, and adverse conditions. It is recognized as one of the key determinants of safety promotion and harm reduction within societies. Beyond mere resistance to stressors, social resilience encompasses the ability to recover, rebuild, and maintain optimal functioning following disruptive events. Communities with higher levels of social resilience are better equipped to preserve social cohesion, mental well-being, and organizational performance when confronted with challenges such as wars, natural disasters, pandemics, economic difficulties, and other crises.
Enhancing social resilience can be achieved through strengthening self-efficacy, problem-solving skills, emotional regulation, social connectedness, organizational support systems, and attention to both physical and mental health. This approach can play a significant role in mitigating the consequences of injuries, improving individual and community safety, and enhancing overall quality of life. Ultimately, investing in the development of social resilience as a preventive strategy can improve community preparedness for future crises and contribute to sustainable development.
- Social resilience; Safety; Injury prevention; Mental health; Crisis management; Sustainable development
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