This document discusses an intergenerational non-profit organization that aims to connect, recruit, and train volunteers of all ages from different generations through innovative webinars, virtual coaching, and online communities. The non-profit seeks to advocate for its mission, build value, and make an impact through hands-on volunteer opportunities, resources, and partnerships that serve local communities and causes around the world.
The document discusses creating an inviting environment but emphasizes that the true measure is to have that environment filled with attendees. It suggests focusing on not just making an environment appealing but ensuring it is populated by people attending.
The document discusses an online fundraising campaign for the Give Kids a Toothbrush campaign run by the CDS Foundation. Some key details from the document include:
- In 2010, 13% or $1.3 billion was raised online, up 63% from 2008, with the average online gift being $92.
- Social media can increase donation yields by 52% on average by spreading awareness.
- After one week, the campaign had raised $3,055 from 19 donations by 71 people, with a 58% conversion rate from visitors to donations.
The document outlines the goals and plans of the Eco-Smart ECA group to inform, educate, and raise environmental awareness at their school and community. It discusses forming interest groups to take on tasks like utilities monitoring and event planning. The agenda includes promoting eco-friendly initiatives through press coverage, assemblies with skits and speakers, and activities at a family fun fair and Earth Day like a pledge mural and recycling swap meet. Students are encouraged to join an ECA group and help inform and enjoy their time improving the environment.
Euro kids, a school in Chandigarh, celebrated health week from November 11-12, 2010. During the week, students participated in various activities focused on physical and mental health like yoga, dance, and meditation. The goal of the health week was to educate students on the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
This document discusses several social entrepreneurs and their innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges. Nicolas Métro founded Kinomé to fight forest loss and restore ecosystems through tree planting, improving livelihoods for over 200,000 people in 12 countries. Jean-Louis Khiel created Cresus to prevent indebtedness through financial education and early diagnosis, supporting over 65,000 households. Gülcan Nitsch started Yesil Cember to promote environmental protection and civic engagement among Turkish immigrants in Berlin through training and education. The document calls for better connecting social entrepreneurs, businesses, and public institutions to address issues like poverty, obesity, unemployment, and housing deprivation affecting millions.
The Green Leaf Lodging project is a student initiative aimed at promoting sustainability in the hotel and lodging industry in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The project has five student roles and works with the Best Western hotel and Lighthouse Outreach Center. It aims to implement recycling programs, help the less fortunate through donations, raise recycling awareness, and establish connections between the hotel and community partners. The group hosted an event at the Best Western to educate staff on green initiatives and community contributions through flyers and recycling bags. Ongoing partnerships were established and the hotel expanded its appeal as a "green hotel." Lessons included effective group work and communication, with plans to improve time productivity and external communication.
Sophie Theis and Greg Seymour
POLICY SEMINAR
Addressing gender and social barriers to resilience: Measuring and leveraging household decision making for resilience
Co-Organized by IFPRI and Mercy Corps
JUN 27, 2018 - 09:30 AM TO 11:00 AM EDT
This document discusses an intergenerational non-profit organization that aims to connect, recruit, and train volunteers of all ages from different generations through innovative webinars, virtual coaching, and online communities. The non-profit seeks to advocate for its mission, build value, and make an impact through hands-on volunteer opportunities, resources, and partnerships that serve local communities and causes around the world.
The document discusses creating an inviting environment but emphasizes that the true measure is to have that environment filled with attendees. It suggests focusing on not just making an environment appealing but ensuring it is populated by people attending.
The document discusses an online fundraising campaign for the Give Kids a Toothbrush campaign run by the CDS Foundation. Some key details from the document include:
- In 2010, 13% or $1.3 billion was raised online, up 63% from 2008, with the average online gift being $92.
- Social media can increase donation yields by 52% on average by spreading awareness.
- After one week, the campaign had raised $3,055 from 19 donations by 71 people, with a 58% conversion rate from visitors to donations.
The document outlines the goals and plans of the Eco-Smart ECA group to inform, educate, and raise environmental awareness at their school and community. It discusses forming interest groups to take on tasks like utilities monitoring and event planning. The agenda includes promoting eco-friendly initiatives through press coverage, assemblies with skits and speakers, and activities at a family fun fair and Earth Day like a pledge mural and recycling swap meet. Students are encouraged to join an ECA group and help inform and enjoy their time improving the environment.
Euro kids, a school in Chandigarh, celebrated health week from November 11-12, 2010. During the week, students participated in various activities focused on physical and mental health like yoga, dance, and meditation. The goal of the health week was to educate students on the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
This document discusses several social entrepreneurs and their innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges. Nicolas Métro founded Kinomé to fight forest loss and restore ecosystems through tree planting, improving livelihoods for over 200,000 people in 12 countries. Jean-Louis Khiel created Cresus to prevent indebtedness through financial education and early diagnosis, supporting over 65,000 households. Gülcan Nitsch started Yesil Cember to promote environmental protection and civic engagement among Turkish immigrants in Berlin through training and education. The document calls for better connecting social entrepreneurs, businesses, and public institutions to address issues like poverty, obesity, unemployment, and housing deprivation affecting millions.
The Green Leaf Lodging project is a student initiative aimed at promoting sustainability in the hotel and lodging industry in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The project has five student roles and works with the Best Western hotel and Lighthouse Outreach Center. It aims to implement recycling programs, help the less fortunate through donations, raise recycling awareness, and establish connections between the hotel and community partners. The group hosted an event at the Best Western to educate staff on green initiatives and community contributions through flyers and recycling bags. Ongoing partnerships were established and the hotel expanded its appeal as a "green hotel." Lessons included effective group work and communication, with plans to improve time productivity and external communication.
Sophie Theis and Greg Seymour
POLICY SEMINAR
Addressing gender and social barriers to resilience: Measuring and leveraging household decision making for resilience
Co-Organized by IFPRI and Mercy Corps
JUN 27, 2018 - 09:30 AM TO 11:00 AM EDT
This document outlines activities from a mini-workshop on teaching and perpetuating earth stewardship education. It discusses identifying existing programs and networks supporting earth stewardship education, issues yet to be addressed, and developing an action plan or rubric for a course. It provides templates for an action plan and discusses using rubrics to evaluate student work. The document also covers various principles of earth stewardship, environmental citizenship, and effective teaching methods.
Foundation for Ecological Security 2022. Commoning Water: Playing Games to Strengthen Water Governance. PowerPoint presentation given during the Atal Bhujal Yojana Training, India, December 8, 2022
This document outlines a mini-workshop on teaching and perpetuating earth stewardship education. It includes 3 activities: 1) Identifying existing programs and discussing their impact, frequency, stakeholders, growth potential, and limitations. 2) Identifying issues related to teaching earth stewardship that have yet to be addressed. 3) Developing an action plan or rubric for an existing or planned course using existing and new content and principles. The document provides background on concepts like environmental stewardship, guiding principles, and effective teaching methods to engage students and improve their learning.
Marine Spatial Planning: a tropical perscective Dr. Vera Agostiniriseagrant
This document summarizes Vera Agostini's work with The Nature Conservancy on marine spatial planning from a tropical perspective. It discusses TNC's work in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Samana Bay in the Dominican Republic. Common challenges faced in these areas include lack of information, rapid development, limited funding and enforcement capabilities. The document outlines TNC's approach to marine spatial planning, which involves developing a clear vision, gathering baseline data, stakeholder engagement, supporting decision making, and building long-term governance. It also notes some questions from organizers on evaluating environmental and societal outcomes of marine spatial planning.
Mr. Tony Lee Luen Len, Chairman
Green Building Council of Mauritius (GBCM), gave presentation on Built Environment for Social Goods at CII-IGBC 15th Green Building Congress 2017 event at Jaipur
This document discusses tools for creating change and progressing sustainable development. It touches on negotiating with various stakeholders, creating the right environment, and securing funding. Additionally, it emphasizes that sustainability impacts every aspect of life and that organizations have a role to play in minimizing their impact. Finally, it calls the reader to be passionate and believe that huge sustainability challenges can be overcome.
Enhancing Communication & Connections, by Kim E. Anderson and Tahmida ShamsuddinKDMC
The document summarizes efforts to engage two communities - Edgewood and a Latino mobile home park in Norcross - in using a community engagement toolkit. In Edgewood, 56 participants used tools to develop a strategy for a cultural event for youth. In Norcross, 100 attended an orientation and 40 all sessions, with materials translated to Spanish and modified for literacy levels. Lessons included ensuring community ownership and modifying tools for cultural and language differences. The goal is to empower communities to address their own priorities and needs.
This document discusses using the built environment for social good. It addresses why this is important and what can be done in several areas: economic prosperity, environmental sustainability, social equity, cultural vitality, and physical safety and comfort. It proposes that systems change, innovative economics, and partnerships/collaboration are needed. Economics approaches include environmental and social accounting, linking finance and impact, and fiscal instruments. Partnerships and collaboration across different sectors are emphasized as the greatest degree of sustainable benefits can be achieved when resources are jointly managed for all. Examples of initiatives in Mauritius that use these approaches are also provided.
This document provides a progress report and recommendations for weSolve Global Youth Challenges, which aims to engage youth ages 13-18 in solving global problems through online games. It discusses the urgent need to prepare youth for an interconnected world and proposes using social impact games to improve access to 21st century learning. The idea is to use games and competitions to engage youth in learning about challenges like climate change, and to take learning beyond the games through youth-led service projects. Potential partners are identified who could contribute content, development, or funding. Next steps proposed include securing additional partners, funding, and conducting workshops to further develop a pilot game.
The morning session focused on team building and developing a shared vision for tourism success in the McKenzie River Valley. Attendees worked in teams to draft a community vision statement and set priorities. The afternoon session covered fundraising strategies and techniques. Attendees learned about different funding sources and worked in action teams to identify potential fundraising projects and develop fundraising plans. The goal was for action teams to have shovel-ready tourism projects and fundraising strategies to apply for the $10,000 matching grant from Travel Oregon.
Lets Play: A Toolkit for Children with DisabilitiesScott Rains
This document provides information about Let's Play, a joint initiative between the Rick Hansen Foundation and the province of British Columbia that provides grants for accessible public play spaces. It aims to ensure children with physical disabilities have equal opportunities to play. The document includes sections on why accessible play is important, how to apply for a Let's Play grant, tips for planning an accessible play space, and information about the advisory committee.
Presenter: Peg Steffen, Education Coordinator, NOS Communications and Education Division, NOAA
Sea level rise, coastal degradation, loss of species and habitat destruction will provide many challenges for the young people in the future. How can we give them the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about their planet? NOAA has investigated the use of game technologies, providing effective resources for widely dispersed audiences. Games about coastal habitats and threatened species have been developed and tested in elementary and middle school classrooms. This session will share study results along with characteristics of digital projects that educators find useful. Finally, learn about an upcoming free August workshop that will highlight the use of models and simulations to understand and take action on impacts of climate change and a climate game jam coming to a site near you in October!
Trans-disciplinary science to impact tropical forest landscapes - Jeff Sayer, University of British Columbia. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Theory-Based Approaches for Assessing the Impact of Integrated Systems Research - Brian Belcher, Royal Roads University. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Challenges and opportunities for using remote sensing data - Kathy Baylis, University of California, Santa Barbara. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Reviewing the evidence on implementation and long-term impact of integrated landscape approaches - James Reed, CIFOR. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Some musings on evaluating the impacts of integrated systems research - Karl Hughes, PIM. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
What makes impact research challenging? What have been done so far? Results from CGIAR research - Natalia Estrada Carmona. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Use of Qualitative Approaches for Impact Assessments of Integrated Systems Research: Our Experience - Monica Biradavolu, SPIA. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
FTA’s experience in measuring impacts of research on integrated systems - Vincent Gitz, FTA. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Measuring the impact of integrated systems research
Panel Speakers: Vincent Gitz, Natalia Estrada Estrada Carmona, Monica Biradavolu and Karl Hughes. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Why does OneCGIAR need Integrated Systems Research? - Holger Meinke, University of Tasmania & ISDC. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
This document outlines activities from a mini-workshop on teaching and perpetuating earth stewardship education. It discusses identifying existing programs and networks supporting earth stewardship education, issues yet to be addressed, and developing an action plan or rubric for a course. It provides templates for an action plan and discusses using rubrics to evaluate student work. The document also covers various principles of earth stewardship, environmental citizenship, and effective teaching methods.
Foundation for Ecological Security 2022. Commoning Water: Playing Games to Strengthen Water Governance. PowerPoint presentation given during the Atal Bhujal Yojana Training, India, December 8, 2022
This document outlines a mini-workshop on teaching and perpetuating earth stewardship education. It includes 3 activities: 1) Identifying existing programs and discussing their impact, frequency, stakeholders, growth potential, and limitations. 2) Identifying issues related to teaching earth stewardship that have yet to be addressed. 3) Developing an action plan or rubric for an existing or planned course using existing and new content and principles. The document provides background on concepts like environmental stewardship, guiding principles, and effective teaching methods to engage students and improve their learning.
Marine Spatial Planning: a tropical perscective Dr. Vera Agostiniriseagrant
This document summarizes Vera Agostini's work with The Nature Conservancy on marine spatial planning from a tropical perspective. It discusses TNC's work in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Samana Bay in the Dominican Republic. Common challenges faced in these areas include lack of information, rapid development, limited funding and enforcement capabilities. The document outlines TNC's approach to marine spatial planning, which involves developing a clear vision, gathering baseline data, stakeholder engagement, supporting decision making, and building long-term governance. It also notes some questions from organizers on evaluating environmental and societal outcomes of marine spatial planning.
Mr. Tony Lee Luen Len, Chairman
Green Building Council of Mauritius (GBCM), gave presentation on Built Environment for Social Goods at CII-IGBC 15th Green Building Congress 2017 event at Jaipur
This document discusses tools for creating change and progressing sustainable development. It touches on negotiating with various stakeholders, creating the right environment, and securing funding. Additionally, it emphasizes that sustainability impacts every aspect of life and that organizations have a role to play in minimizing their impact. Finally, it calls the reader to be passionate and believe that huge sustainability challenges can be overcome.
Enhancing Communication & Connections, by Kim E. Anderson and Tahmida ShamsuddinKDMC
The document summarizes efforts to engage two communities - Edgewood and a Latino mobile home park in Norcross - in using a community engagement toolkit. In Edgewood, 56 participants used tools to develop a strategy for a cultural event for youth. In Norcross, 100 attended an orientation and 40 all sessions, with materials translated to Spanish and modified for literacy levels. Lessons included ensuring community ownership and modifying tools for cultural and language differences. The goal is to empower communities to address their own priorities and needs.
This document discusses using the built environment for social good. It addresses why this is important and what can be done in several areas: economic prosperity, environmental sustainability, social equity, cultural vitality, and physical safety and comfort. It proposes that systems change, innovative economics, and partnerships/collaboration are needed. Economics approaches include environmental and social accounting, linking finance and impact, and fiscal instruments. Partnerships and collaboration across different sectors are emphasized as the greatest degree of sustainable benefits can be achieved when resources are jointly managed for all. Examples of initiatives in Mauritius that use these approaches are also provided.
This document provides a progress report and recommendations for weSolve Global Youth Challenges, which aims to engage youth ages 13-18 in solving global problems through online games. It discusses the urgent need to prepare youth for an interconnected world and proposes using social impact games to improve access to 21st century learning. The idea is to use games and competitions to engage youth in learning about challenges like climate change, and to take learning beyond the games through youth-led service projects. Potential partners are identified who could contribute content, development, or funding. Next steps proposed include securing additional partners, funding, and conducting workshops to further develop a pilot game.
The morning session focused on team building and developing a shared vision for tourism success in the McKenzie River Valley. Attendees worked in teams to draft a community vision statement and set priorities. The afternoon session covered fundraising strategies and techniques. Attendees learned about different funding sources and worked in action teams to identify potential fundraising projects and develop fundraising plans. The goal was for action teams to have shovel-ready tourism projects and fundraising strategies to apply for the $10,000 matching grant from Travel Oregon.
Lets Play: A Toolkit for Children with DisabilitiesScott Rains
This document provides information about Let's Play, a joint initiative between the Rick Hansen Foundation and the province of British Columbia that provides grants for accessible public play spaces. It aims to ensure children with physical disabilities have equal opportunities to play. The document includes sections on why accessible play is important, how to apply for a Let's Play grant, tips for planning an accessible play space, and information about the advisory committee.
Presenter: Peg Steffen, Education Coordinator, NOS Communications and Education Division, NOAA
Sea level rise, coastal degradation, loss of species and habitat destruction will provide many challenges for the young people in the future. How can we give them the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about their planet? NOAA has investigated the use of game technologies, providing effective resources for widely dispersed audiences. Games about coastal habitats and threatened species have been developed and tested in elementary and middle school classrooms. This session will share study results along with characteristics of digital projects that educators find useful. Finally, learn about an upcoming free August workshop that will highlight the use of models and simulations to understand and take action on impacts of climate change and a climate game jam coming to a site near you in October!
Trans-disciplinary science to impact tropical forest landscapes - Jeff Sayer, University of British Columbia. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Theory-Based Approaches for Assessing the Impact of Integrated Systems Research - Brian Belcher, Royal Roads University. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Challenges and opportunities for using remote sensing data - Kathy Baylis, University of California, Santa Barbara. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Reviewing the evidence on implementation and long-term impact of integrated landscape approaches - James Reed, CIFOR. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Some musings on evaluating the impacts of integrated systems research - Karl Hughes, PIM. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
What makes impact research challenging? What have been done so far? Results from CGIAR research - Natalia Estrada Carmona. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Use of Qualitative Approaches for Impact Assessments of Integrated Systems Research: Our Experience - Monica Biradavolu, SPIA. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
FTA’s experience in measuring impacts of research on integrated systems - Vincent Gitz, FTA. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Measuring the impact of integrated systems research
Panel Speakers: Vincent Gitz, Natalia Estrada Estrada Carmona, Monica Biradavolu and Karl Hughes. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Why does OneCGIAR need Integrated Systems Research? - Holger Meinke, University of Tasmania & ISDC. Measuring the Impact of Integrated Systems Research (September 27, 2021 – September 30, 2021). Three-day virtual workshop co hosted by the CGIAR Research Programs on Water Land and Ecosystems (WLE); Forests, Trees and Agroforestry (FTA); Policies, Institutions, and Markets (PIM); and SPIA, the Standing Panel on Impact Assessment of the CGIAR. The workshop took stock of existing and new methodological developments of monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment work, and discussed which are suitable to evaluate and assess complex, integrated systems research.
Agronomic advances for understanding soil health
By Job Kihara, Agronomist, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
Innovations in soil health monitoring for nature and people
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 28, 2021
Innovations in Soil Health Monitoring: Combining Systematic Field Assessments with Spectroscopy and Earth Observation
By Leigh Ann Winowiecki, WLE/CIFOR-ICRAF
Innovations in soil health monitoring for nature and people
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 28, 2021
This document summarizes a presentation on unpacking systemic gender inequality across institutional landscapes in watershed research. The presentation discusses how gender norms and values of institutional stakeholders remain a "black box" in gender research. It notes that while gender is a cross-cutting theme in CGIAR research, organizations and institutional actors who shape policies are less researched. The presentation describes a study that used interviews to understand the perspectives of watershed scientists and development practitioners regarding gender competencies and inclusion in watershed programs and research. It found evidence of "hydropatriarchies" in watershed institutions and a need to better represent local knowledge and marginalized voices.
By Ermias Betemariam, Land Health Scientist, World Agroforestry (ICRAF)
Securing inclusive land restoration
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 25, 2021
By Deepa Joshi, Gender, Youth and Inclusion Lead, WLE (IWMI)
Securing inclusive land restoration
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 25, 2021
By Fabrice DeClerck, Science Director, EAT Forum & Senior Scientist, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
Boosting synergies and managing trade-offs in food systems
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 21, 2021
Sustainable management of commons to boost synergies: A case study on India
By Wei Zhang, Senior Research Fellow, International Food Policy Research Institute
Boosting synergies and managing trade-offs in food systems
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 21, 2021
Building climate resilience across scales
participatory – farmer-led – community action
By Sander Zwart, IWMI
Managing water for climate adaptation and mitigation
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 19, 2021
Lessons learnt towards building pathways for innovation: India
By Apoorve Khandelwal, CEEW India
Innovation investment for impact
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 14, 2021
Mining the Gaps: Mapping The Research on Small Farms in the Global South
By Jaron Porciello, Cornell University
Innovation investment for impact
From Research to Resilience
WLE webinar series
October 14, 2021
Presentation by Rebecca Sachs and Joshua Varcie, analysts in CBO’s Health Analysis Division, at the 13th Annual Conference of the American Society of Health Economists.
The Antyodaya Saral Haryana Portal is a pioneering initiative by the Government of Haryana aimed at providing citizens with seamless access to a wide range of government services
Presentation by Julie Topoleski, CBO’s Director of Labor, Income Security, and Long-Term Analysis, at the 16th Annual Meeting of the OECD Working Party of Parliamentary Budget Officials and Independent Fiscal Institutions.
How To Cultivate Community Affinity Throughout The Generosity JourneyAggregage
This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters — emphasizing trust, engagement, and community!
Bharat Mata - History of Indian culture.pdfBharat Mata
Bharat Mata Channel is an initiative towards keeping the culture of this country alive. Our effort is to spread the knowledge of Indian history, culture, religion and Vedas to the masses.
AHMR is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed online journal created to encourage and facilitate the study of all aspects (socio-economic, political, legislative and developmental) of Human Mobility in Africa. Through the publication of original research, policy discussions and evidence research papers AHMR provides a comprehensive forum devoted exclusively to the analysis of contemporaneous trends, migration patterns and some of the most important migration-related issues.
Indira awas yojana housing scheme renamed as PMAYnarinav14
Indira Awas Yojana (IAY) played a significant role in addressing rural housing needs in India. It emerged as a comprehensive program for affordable housing solutions in rural areas, predating the government’s broader focus on mass housing initiatives.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
This report explores the significance of border towns and spaces for strengthening responses to young people on the move. In particular it explores the linkages of young people to local service centres with the aim of further developing service, protection, and support strategies for migrant children in border areas across the region. The report is based on a small-scale fieldwork study in the border towns of Chipata and Katete in Zambia conducted in July 2023. Border towns and spaces provide a rich source of information about issues related to the informal or irregular movement of young people across borders, including smuggling and trafficking. They can help build a picture of the nature and scope of the type of movement young migrants undertake and also the forms of protection available to them. Border towns and spaces also provide a lens through which we can better understand the vulnerabilities of young people on the move and, critically, the strategies they use to navigate challenges and access support.
The findings in this report highlight some of the key factors shaping the experiences and vulnerabilities of young people on the move – particularly their proximity to border spaces and how this affects the risks that they face. The report describes strategies that young people on the move employ to remain below the radar of visibility to state and non-state actors due to fear of arrest, detention, and deportation while also trying to keep themselves safe and access support in border towns. These strategies of (in)visibility provide a way to protect themselves yet at the same time also heighten some of the risks young people face as their vulnerabilities are not always recognised by those who could offer support.
In this report we show that the realities and challenges of life and migration in this region and in Zambia need to be better understood for support to be strengthened and tuned to meet the specific needs of young people on the move. This includes understanding the role of state and non-state stakeholders, the impact of laws and policies and, critically, the experiences of the young people themselves. We provide recommendations for immediate action, recommendations for programming to support young people on the move in the two towns that would reduce risk for young people in this area, and recommendations for longer term policy advocacy.
2. Overview of Basin Challenge Game
• Not a model, but a game
• Single player or two player (teams), available free
online
• Development decisions players make are based on
authentic situations and environmental and soci-economic
data.
• There are timeframe, budgetary, and climatic
constraints, and trade-offs must be decided
(economics, social, environment)
3. Overview of Basin Challenge Game
• Simulates development of a river basin over the
course of 50 years and allows players to see
impacts of decisions instantly
• Players must consider population growth,
happiness, ecosystem health, tourism, income and
water, food and energy.
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6. Benefits of the Basin Challenge
Game
• A useful pedagogical tool to educate nexus
decisions and help players to visualize and
understand the complexities of river basin
development.
• Encourages discussions surrounding trade-offs
within the Nexus to improve decision-making
through learning-by-doing.
• Brings groups together and encourages reflection
about winners and losers and which voices are
heard and unheard.