project
Participatory Action for Resilience, Adaptation and Nature based Solutions
people served
themes
Climate Change
Livelihoods
location
India, Bangladesh, Nepal
What are the challenges?
The Ganges-Brahmaputra Basin is one of the largest and most populated river systems in the world, spanning five countries and home to 10% of the world’s population. It is also a hotspot of climate change and an increasing number of natural disasters. Due to cyclones, flooding, land erosion, rising sea levels and saltwater intrusion, the inhabitants, who depend on agriculture and fishing, are confronted with the loss of life, land and livelihoods, leading to an increase in poverty. Women are particularly at risk, with sexual violence, human trafficking and child marriage increasing in the wake of disasters. Rising economic pressure forces people to use unsustainable resources, with deforestation further damaging the already impaired and delicate ecosystem. Without support, the region is rapidly becoming uninhabitable.
What is the aim of the project?
Our community-centered approach works with local farmers to develop adaptative agriculture techniques. These integrate modern technology with nature-based solutions and renewable energy to create resilient and sustainable livelihoods. These will boost income and food security not just today, but for generations to come. By providing disaster mitigation training, we can increase reliance on local expertise to prepare for and respond to disasters. And, by facilitating the creation of local networks that connect village communities with government departments and authorities, we can boost awareness and engagement to permanently improve disaster management. We also provide a specific focus on vulnerable women and women farmers to boost their economic status and strengthen their legal security.
What are the main activities?
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Run recurring campaigns on climate-adaptive agriculture, including training sessions tailored for farmers.
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Implement nature-based solutions to combat floods and erosion.
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Train community representatives, youth and women’s groups to understand local disasters, focusing on early warning systems, evacuation procedures and disaster. management phases
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Provide leadership and advisory training to women’s groups for supporting disaster response and recovery.
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Strengthen connections among local, municipal and national authorities, building a network of climate change, disaster management, agriculture and fisheries experts.
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Educate junior advisors to inform village communities on climate-friendly agriculture and disaster protection, with a focus on supporting women’s groups.
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Offer specialised agricultural training and legal rights education for female farmers, enhancing their expertise and protection.
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Conduct workshops for authorities to develop skills in ecological and climate-conscious. development measures
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Facilitate national and international exchanges for experts to share insights and expand knowledge during and beyond the project.