Social and cultural perception of the population of the community El Limón in a climate risk

Abstract

This article summarizes a qualitative research approach as an action research conducted with young and adult people affected by climate risks. The research was carried out in the community El Limón of the sub zone of Santa Cruz, Estelí, in the period between September and December 2014. This research was intended to assess the socio-cultural perceptions of people from the community in a climate risk. It was made as a methodology research, participatory action within the techniques used are: the survey, semi - structured interview, observation guide and focus group, in addition to the document review. Different techniques were analyzed according to each purpose and nature of IAP. Among the main findings it is that people do not have enough knowledge about risk also exists an influence on the development of their perceptions of their geographical position, located near urban housing developers. Referring to the effects perceived from the social and environmental activities are evident only water insufficiency, increased pests and diseases. Therefore a proposal for action, aimed at development self-management as a measure of adaptation to climate change was developed.