local perceptions of community resilience in tigray, ethiopia

Local Perceptions of Community Resilience in Tigray, Ethiopia

Wiebke Förch (2012) Community resilience in drylands and implications for local development in Tigray, Ethiopia. PhD Thesis University of Arizona (w.foerch@cgiar.org)

Characteristics of community resilience in drylands faced with persistent food insecurity and vulnerability

Towards a framework for determining levels of community resilience -> informing development interventions for sustainability • Context specific <-> broader

applicability• Qualitative approach <->

quantifiable tool• Measurable indicators

Women MenPeace & conflict resolution

Good governanceOpportunities for women

Aspirations & planning for the future

Positive internal competition Food security

Access to infrastructure Wise NRM

Cooperation Livelihood diversification

Wise NRM Positive internal competition

Work ethic Implementing innovations

Implementing innovations Work ethic

Food security Saving culture

Saving culture Cooperation

Aid independence Aid independence

Livelihood diversification Access to infrastructure