Sustainable Livelihood Working Group

Group Description

The Sustainable Livelihood Working Group under the Lower Kafue Basin Multistakeholder Platform (MSP) aims to enhance livelihoods of local communities through sustainable natural resource management. The group collaborates with stakeholders to promote sustainable agriculture and fisheries practices, value chain development, entrepreneurship, community development and financial inclusion. Its objectives include improving household income, food security and nutrition, strengthening community institutions and resilience to climate change. Through research, capacity building and policy advocacy, the group strives to increase access to markets, financial services and technology, ultimately contributing to inclusive and equitable development, sustainable livelihoods and poverty reduction in the Lower Kafue Basin.

  1. Improve livelihoods of local communities through sustainable natural resource management.
  2. Enhance economic opportunities and income generation.
  3. Promote sustainable agriculture and fisheries practices.
  4. Strengthen community resilience to climate change.
  5. Foster inclusive and equitable development
  1. Increase household income through sustainable livelihoods initiatives.
  2. Enhance food security and nutrition for local communities.
  3. Promote sustainable agriculture and fisheries practices among farmers and fishers.
  4. Strengthen community institutions and capacity building.
  5. Improve access to financial services and markets.
  1. Agriculture and Fisheries Development: Promote sustainable practices, improve crop yields and fish stocks.
  2. Value Chain Development: Support market access and trade.
  3. Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Encourage entrepreneurship, innovation and technology transfer.
  4. Community Development: Strengthen community institutions, capacity building and social cohesion.
  5. Financial Inclusion: Improve access to financial services, microfinance and savings.
  6. Climate Change Adaptation: Support adaptation and resilience building.
  7. Research and Knowledge Sharing: Conduct research, share knowledge and best practices

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