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    Impacts of Disaster Risk Management Practices on Household Food Security Status in Ethiopia: The Case of Tarmaber Woreda, Ethiopia
    (Addis Ababa University, 2024-06) Mebrat Aynalem; Temesgen Tilahun (PhD)
    Disaster Risk Management (DRM) practices significantly impact household food security status, particularly in Tarmaber Woreda, Ethiopia, within the Amhara Regional State, North Shewa zone. This study aimed to investigate the impact of DRM practices on household food security status, considering prevalent disasters such as floods, conflicts, and pest infestations. A mixed research approach was employed, with data collected from 336 households through survey questionnaires, key informant interviews, and observations. Descriptive and inferential analyses, including binary logistic regression, were conducted. The findings revealed significant impacts of DRM practices on food security outcomes, particularly in mitigating the adverse effects of floods. The logistic regression analysis demonstrated that variables such as household planning status before disasters (B = 2.446), participation in social protection programs (B = 2.608), planting drought-resistant crops (B = 1.364), effective use of early warning systems and information (B = 1.366), and early warning and information training (B = 0.626) significantly influenced food security outcomes. Socio-economic factors like marital status, educational status, income levels, and age of household heads were also found to correlate with food security status. The study underscores the importance of proactive DRM practices, such as household planning, participation in social protection programs, and adoption of resilient agricultural practices, in enhancing household resilience and food security in disaster-prone areas like Tarmaber Woreda. Recommendations include strengthening disaster preparedness measures and promoting community resilience-building initiatives.