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Item Vulnerability and risk analysis in the Onesi constituency, Omusati region, Namibia : towards improving livelihood adaptation to climate change(Adaptation at scale in semi-arid regions (ASSAR), 2016-03) Hegga, SalmaThe wellbeing and livelihoods of communities in areas such as the Omusati Region rely on rain-fed agriculture and livestock rearing; have limited employment opportunities; depend on activities that are sensitive to the impacts of climate change; face high levels of poverty; are exposed to high levels of HIV/AIDS; and are affected by limited institutional capacity and weak resource governance. The workshop created a visual representation of the consequences of individual climate hazards, allowing the Vulnerability Risk Assessment Knowledge Group (KG) to assess possible future impacts. Solutions and strategies that build resilience and help people to adapt to vulnerabilities were also proposed.Item Stories of change(AfricaAdapt, Dakar, SN, 2011-05) AfricaAdaptStories of Change come from participants of Meet and Greet events and the AfricaAdapt Symposium, and Climate Change Adaptation in Africa (CCAA)/ PAR (participatory action) researchers. Interviews and stories represent different districts and include male and female participants from local and regional organizations and groups. From one women’s group participant interview: "The performance on climate change awareness and environmental management has been very successful. We have excelled across the district. We are always invited to perform at functions organized at the district level where high-ranking officials are present. This has given our group and AfricaAdapt wide visibility."Item Participatory action research to enhance the adaptive capacity of smallholder farmers to better respond to climate change and variability : synthesis report(2012)This report draws from 26 projects that focus on the intersection between agriculture and climate change to better understand how climate stressors affect agricultural productivity, with the potential to exacerbate existing food insecurity and poverty. To facilitate adaptation to climate change, almost all the projects worked directly with farmers and their organizations. Results emphasize that Participatory Action Research (PAR) works best when it is implemented with full understanding of the context where it is delivered and with meticulous attention to methodology in that context. Change processes are slow, while yielding local solutions and community ownership of adaptation programs.Item Enhancing smallhoders' capacity to cope with climate change : use of seasonal climate forecasts(2012) Mugabe, Francis T.; Admassu, Habtamu; Sall, Amadou; Omolo, Nancy A.; Honkponou, SaidThis document is one of a series of factsheets that aim to share practical experience of how Participatory Action Research (PAR) can be used to trigger technological, social and institutional innovation in Africa to enhance smallholders’ adaptive capacity in the face of climate change and increased climate variability. The uniqueness of this approach is the integration of the “what” (the technologies) with the “how” (PAR) and the “why” (increased capacity of smallholders to cope with climate change).Item Enhancing smallholders' capacity to cope with climate change : participatory action research and integrated soil fertility management(2012) Mapfumo, Paul; Adjei-Nsiah, Samuel; Mahoo, Henry; Majule, AmosThis document is one of a series of factsheets that aim to share practical experience of how Participatory Action Research (PAR) can be used to trigger technological, social and institutional innovation in Africa to enhance smallholders’ adaptive capacity in the face of climate change and increased climate variability. The uniqueness of this approach is the integration of the “what” (the technologies) with the “how” (PAR) and the “why” (increased capacity of smallholders to cope with climate change).Item Application de la recherche-action participative à l'adaptation aux changements climatiques en Afrique : manuel de référence(Centre pour la recherche forestière internationale (CIFOR), Bogor, ID, 2012) German, Laura A.; Tiani, Anne-Marie; Daoudi, Ali; Maravanyika, Tendayi Mutimukuru; Chuma, EdwardItem Application of participatory action research to climate change adaptation in Africa : a reference guide(Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), Bogor, ID, 2012) German, Laura A.; Tiani, Anne-Marie; Daoudi, Ali; Maravanyika, Tendayi Mutimukuru; Chuma, EdwardThe Climate Change Adaptation in Africa (CCAA) program works to establish a self-sustained African body of expertise on adaptation defined by African communities, decision-makers, and institutions. This Reference Guide presents a “best bet” approach to the application of participatory action research (PAR) in addressing adaptation challenges. Diverse PAR tools and processes are portrayed in detail, including basics used throughout the PAR process (facilitation, process documentation), preparatory steps in building teams and engaging stakeholders, ways of understanding the problem or opportunity and conceptualizing change, planning, managing of change, and the role of empirical research as inputs to decision making.Item Building adaptive capacity to cope with increasing vulnerability due to climate change : final technical report - Zimbabwe (30 September 2010)(Midlands State University, Gweru, ZW, 2010) Mugabe, F.T.; Munodawafa, A.; Dimes, J.; Nanja, D.H.; Carberry, P.Baseline data to describe cropping system and management under current climate variability and farmer perceptions about climate change across 4 districts of Zimbabwe and Zambia was collected and analyzed. Indigenous knowledge of climate and indicators to seasonal conditions were also documented and compared with scientific forecasts. Prediction of seasonal climate was consistent with that from the meteorological department. Seven workshops were held to educate farmers and extension agents on interpretation of the Seasonal Climate Forecast (SCF) and explore together its application in making cropping decisions. Management options in response to the SCF were then tested in participatory on-farm trials.Item Renforcer la capacité d’adaptation aux changements climatiques par la recherche-action participative(CRDI, Dakar, SN, 2008) Beaulieu, NathalieItem Adapting locally to global climate change : experiences from rural Africa; dialogue report(IDRC, Ottawa, ON, CA, 2007) O'Neill, MaryItem Cadre de partage de connaissances d'ACCA(CRDI, Ottawa, ON, CA, 2007) O'Neill, MaryItem CCAA knowledge sharing framework(IDRC, Ottawa, ON, CA, 2007) O'Neill, MaryItem Formulation et rédaction d'une proposition de recherche : manuel de formation(OSSREA, Addis Abeba, ET, 2007) Mmuya, MaximilianItem Developing and writing a research proposal : instruction manual(OSSREA, Addis Ababa, ET, 2007) Mmuya, MaximilianItem Rapport de synthèse de sessions plenières de l'atelier de développement des capacités CRDI/ACCA en evaluation integrée des risques climatiques(AGRHYMET, Niamey, NE, 2007) Badiane, DaoudaItem IDRC/CCAA Capacity Building Workshop on "Integrated Climate Risk Assessment" : workshop report(ICPAC, Nairobi, KE, 2007) IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC); University of Cheikh Anta Diop (UCAD)Item Manuel de formation aux changements climatiques(AGRHYMET, Niamey, NE, 2007) AGRHYMET (Centre Regional de Formation et d'Application en Agrométéorologie et Hydrologie Opérationnelle); University of Cheikh Anta Dio (UCAD)Item IDRC/CCAA Capacity Building Workshop on "Integrated Climate Risk Assessment" : workshop training manual(ICPAC, Nairobi, KE, 2007) Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC); University of Cheikh Anta Diop (UCAD)The Integrated Climate Risk Assessment workshop was held in Nairobi (2007). This manual is a compilation of materials that were used at the workshop. Topics covered in the Modules include: General Concepts of Climate Risk Management; Methods and Tools for Integrated Climate Risk Management; Adaptation strategies; Mainstreaming Climate Risk Management in development policies; Capacity and benefits of CCAA funded projects. The Climate Change Adaptation in Africa (CCAA) programme aims to significantly improve the capacity of African countries to adapt to climate change in ways that benefit the most vulnerable.Item Towards a regional strategy in climate change adaptation : sharing knowledge on climate risks and adaptation options; workshop report, Addis Ababa, 16-20 April 2007(ECA, Addis Ababa, ET, 2007) Nyong, Anthony; Jobbins, Guy; Denton, Fatima; United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA); IDRC, Climate Change Adaptation in Africa ProgramThe workshop aimed at supporting regional initiatives with regard to adaptation to climate change, as well as developing the foundations of a community of practice involving key stakeholders and Climate Change Adaptation in Africa Program (CCAA) project proponents. Difficulties in developing regional cooperation on adaptation often lie in those areas where it is most needed, such as in managing transboundary issues, and especially river basins. Sharing of knowledge and information, particularly between policymakers, is key. The second part of the workshop introduced the CCAA framework for knowledge sharing.Item Vers une stratégie régionale d'adaptation aux changements climatiques : partage de connaissances sur les risques climatiques et options d'adaptation; rapport d'atelier, Addis-Abeba, 16-20 April 2007(CEA, Addis Abeba, ET, 2007) Nyong, Anthony; Jobbins, Guy; Denton, Fatima; Commission économiques des Nations Unies pour l'Afrique (CEA); CRDI, Programme pour l'adaptation aux changements climatiques en Afrique (ACCA)