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Volume 1, Issue 1

Assessing Family Resilience Strategies in Lagos: A Home Economics Perspective on Environmental Challenges

Adedokun James Adekunle & Ezeoguine Juliana Akunnaya , Adeyefa Adesiyan Kolawole & Olugbenga. G. Akindoju

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to assess family resilience strategies in Lagos
from a home economics perspective, focusing on how families adapt to
environmental challenges. The objectives include identifying the
environmental challenges faced by families and examining the role of social
networks in supporting family resilience. This study was guided by four
research questions addressing these key areas. Employing a survey research
design, the target population comprised families residing in four Local
Government Areas (LGAs) in Lagos: Lagos Island, Ikorodu, Alimosho, and
Ikeja. A total sample of 300 participants was selected using purposive and
stratified random sampling techniques, ensuring representation from heads of
households, caregivers, community leaders, and educators. A structured
questionnaire of 30 items was developed and validated by experts, achieving
a reliability coefficient of 0.89 through a pilot test. Data were collected through
direct administration, resulting in 284 usable responses, which were analyzed
using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed that flooding is the most
significant environmental challenge, affecting 73.7% of families, followed by
waste management. Additionally, budgeting and food preservation emerged as
key home economics strategies employed by families. Major conclusions
indicate that strong social networks and educational initiatives significantly
enhance family resilience. Recommendations include strengthening urban
infrastructure to address flooding, promoting sustainable practices through
community programs, and expanding educational outreach to improve
adaptive capacities within families.

Keywords

Family Resilience, Environmental Challenges, Home Economics, Sustainable Practices and Social Networks

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