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Evaluating mangrove community forestry outcomes: a mixed synthetic control and field-based approach
October 15, 2024
Landesa contributed to a peer-reviewed study comparing 50 coastal villages with community forest (CF) certification to 50 control villages, revealing significant positive outcomes for mangrove conservation in Myanmar. CF sites saw reduced deforestation, enhanced regrowth, and a surprising spillover effect, where nearby non-CF areas also experienced increased forest cover. The study underscores the long-term benefits of government and INGO support, while highlighting the need for sustainable community management and governance to ensure continued success in protecting vital ecosystems.
Read ArticleNational advocacy, local resilience: women’s land rights and climate change in South Asia
October 09, 2024
In this three-part blog series, we asked the Women-led Collective Advocacy for Climate Action national coalition leads about their work forming and strengthening coalitions, building capacity among women-led and women-focused civil society organizations, and scaling advocacy efforts for effective emergency preparedness, climate action, and gender-equitable and socially inclusive land rights.
Read ArticleStaff Spotlight: Mardha Tillah
October 09, 2024
Meet Mardha Tillah, Landesa’s Coordinator of Programs based in Jakarta, Indonesia. She began working for Landesa in 2022.
Read MoreExtreme climate conditions strain Africa’s livelihood and food systems
September 18, 2024
IPP Media — Landesa Land Tenure Expert Masalu Luhula was interviewed about how climate change is affecting agriculture, infrastructure, and other sectors in Africa. He shared: “There is a need to promote public awareness and gender inclusive decision-making in addressing climate change through different strategies related to adaptation, resilience, and mitigation.”
Read More2024 Mid-Year Impact Report
August 15, 2024
Dive into the latest numbers and stories from Landesa’s work among communities, alongside local organizations, and in policy circles to strengthen land rights around the world.
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Corey Creedon
August 14, 2024
Meet Corey Creedon, Landesa’s Sustainable Land Use & Livelihoods Specialist based in the United States. Corey began working for Landesa in 2022.
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