Integrating of Village Resilience Assesment for Component Prioritization Based on the Quadrant of Difficulty-Usefulness (QoDU)

Abstract

This study aims to assess the level of village resilience in facing disasters and increase community capacity through strengthening participation, particularly in resilience components that are important but difficult to implement. Conducted over eight months in 32 Disaster Resilient Villages (Destana) in Magetan Regency, this study used a descriptive approach with 160 respondents. Data were collected through questionnaires and focus group discussions (FGDs), and verified through secondary data observation. The results indicate that 6% of villages are in the pratama category, 25% are in the middle category, and 69% are in the main category. However, there is a gap between administrative resilience status and actual preparedness, especially in the aspects of prevention, mitigation, and post-disaster recovery. Using the Quadrant of Difficulty-Usefulness (QoDU) approach, these two components were identified as top priorities for intervention. In conclusion, formal achievements do not reflect actual preparedness, and the QoDU provides strategic direction for strengthening village resilience based on community participation.