Gonzalo Lizarralde

Gonzalo Lizarralde, a Professor and author specializing in disaster recovery and architecture, discusses his book, which critiques how human factors fuel disasters. He shares compelling stories of those affected by inequality and offers insights on why most rescue efforts fail. Lizarralde emphasizes the importance of grassroots leadership and local responses, particularly in Cuba. He argues that true sustainability requires listening and understanding community needs, moving beyond the jargon often used by powerful institutions.