Davoudi (2012 p 305) argues that we need to tread carefully when translating resilience thinking from the natural to the social world'. To what extent might the framework of vulnerability help navigate this path? Develop your answer with reference to both Davoudi (2012) and Miller et al (2010).

Assessment criteria: tutorial paper

Clearly structured, written and referenced (with brief introduction and conclusion at the end; paragraphs arranged logically throughout; sentences of first paragraphs setting the scene; clarity of expression; written in your own words; quotes carefully selected and correctly referenced). Please note, there are no page numbers for Miller, so to reference any quotes follow this format 'Resilience focuses on uncertainty and adaptation in complex adaptive systems' (Miller et al 2010: np). np= 'no page numbers'

Able to define resilience and vulnerability

Able to summarise key arguments presented by the authors

Davoudi, S. 2012. 'Resilience: A Bridging Concept or a Dead End?' Planning Theory and Practice 13(2): 299-306 ONLY

Miller, F., et al. 2010."Resilience and vulnerability: complementary or conflicting concepts?" Ecology and Society 15(3): 11.

Case Study

Smith (2006) argued that 'there is no such thing as a natural disaster'. Write a 1500 word paper that explores this claim in relation to your selected city and disaster. In your response.

Length: 1500 words