Timely seed distributions in Ethiopia boost crop yields, strengthen communities’ resilience: Ethiopia is about to complete one of the largest and most successful seed distribution campaigns in the country's history, aimed at helping farmers to stay on their feet in the face of a blistering drought caused by El Niño, FAO said today. More than 32 000 tonnes of … [Read more...] about Timely seed distributions in Ethiopia boost crop yields, strengthen communities’ resilience
Resilience
A Lack of Relevant Skills and Talent Slows Down the Implementation of Resilience Programmes
A Lack of Relevant Skills and Talent Slows Down the Implementation of Resilience Programmes: Over one third of respondents of Control Risks’ Business Resilience Survey 2016/2017 (www.ControlRisks.com) felt that their organisations lacked the relevant skills or talent to drive corporate resilience; this is an increase of 17% on 2015. This is in spite of the fact that 27% … [Read more...] about A Lack of Relevant Skills and Talent Slows Down the Implementation of Resilience Programmes
Resilience in South Africa’s urban water landscape | The Conversation
Resilience in South Africa’s urban water landscape: Some informal settlements in Cape Town are located on or near wetlands. ShutterstockResilience is becoming a core concept in water governance. It refers to the ability of communities, cities or regions to withstand the challenges posed by an increased intensity and frequency of floods and droughts. Resilience often involves … [Read more...] about Resilience in South Africa’s urban water landscape | The Conversation
Resilience & Resistance: Black History Month Conference
Resilience & Resistance: Black History Month Conference A South Africa Event on 2016-02-27 11:00:00 The Black History Month Conference has been curated by Black students across all three campuses at the University of Toronto. On February 27th, we aim to create a space where students and community members can engage in conversations impacting the Black community. … [Read more...] about Resilience & Resistance: Black History Month Conference
