2.2 OECD

2.2 The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Framework for Resilient Cities

OECD is an economic organisation that aids in forming policies to enhance economies in the face of social, economic and environmental challenges. It is currently made up from 38 member countries, each with strong economies and a wealth of experience and knowledge that is used to form public policies (OECD, 2019). Their Resilient Cities Framework outlines a series of targets under four dimensions for building resilience. The framework does not explicitly state the indicators of each target, however Figure 8 provides an insight into examples of the indicators that relate to the each of the four dimensions.

4 Dimensions

Economy • A diverse number of industries • A dynamic economy to generate growth • Conditions allow innovation to take place • People have access to employment, education, services, skills training • Infrastructure supports economic activities

Society • Society is inclusive and cohesive • Citizens’ networks in communities are active • Neighborhood is safe • Citizens enjoy healthy lives • People have access to services

Governance • Clear leadership and management • Strategic and integrated approaches are taken by leaders • Public sector has the right skills • Government is open and transparent • Collaboration with other levels of government

Environmental • Ecosystem is sound and diverse • Infrastructure can meet basic needs • Adequate natural resources are available • Coherent policy towards land use • Adequate natural resources are available

Measuring Resilience