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The community land rights of women and youth in Tana River and Turkana Counties - A Synthesis report

Year of publication 2017

Author Queen Katembu and Faith Kasiva

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Book (stand-alone)

Category Technical report

ISBN No ISBN

Edition 1

Synopsis (short abstract) This report focuses on the findings of the assessments carried out in Tana River and Turkana Counties. The report identifies a number of recommendations revolving around awareness creation (community sensitization) by non-governmental organizations to enlighten the communities about their rights and the importance of adhering to constitutional principles such as participation and consultation. Other recommended interventions include proper land use planning, the formation of group ranches for th e sustainable management of resources, exposure visits to other communities to exchange ideas on how to move forward on the women’s land rights agenda, synergies with relevant offices in the county government, and working with religious leaders and organizations to advocate for women’s/youth’s rights.

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