ADB Sub-regional Workshop on Gender and Urban Poverty in South Asia 26-28 March 2012

Ministry of Housing and Environment

Republic of Maldives
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ADB: Regional Development project Community Mobilization and Environmental Awareness LOAN NO. 2170 Client: Ministry of Housing and Environment

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Republic of Maldives

Noonu Atoll Raa Atoll Baa Atoll Lhaviani Atoll Kaafu Atoll Ali Alif Atoll Alif Dhaalu Atoll Vaavu Atoll Meemu atoll Faafu Atoll Dhaalu Atoll Thaa atoll Laamu atoll
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N. Landhoo
Lh. Naifaru Lh. Hinnavaru A. A Maalhos A.Dh Mahibadhoo A.Dh Dhangethi Th. Guraidhoo L. Fonadhoo L. Gan TOTAL

36
47 28 34 45 67 37 24 44 369

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70

60

44 R. Inguraidhoo B. Kendhoo B. Eydhafushi 44 38 20 23 33 31

50

40

K. Maafushi K. Guraidhoo

30

V. Rakeedhoo
20

M. Maduvvari

M.Dhiggaru
10

40
60 55 34 422

F. Magoodhoo
0

Dh. Maaemboodhoo Dh. Kudahuvadhoo TOTAL

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Republic of Maldives

The collaborative efforts between Live & Learn and the Ministry of Housing, Transport and Environment, PMU, Community trained Facilitators, Atoll and Island Offices and other relevant institutions and personnel be appreciated and maintained for the success of the RDP 2 Project and beyond.

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Republic of Maldives

Plan
Listen and Learn Discuss and develop Adapt and Act Support Evaluate

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Republic of Maldives

 In the context of the Maldives fishing is a poignant way to

bring context to community dialogues. Fishermen speak with each other about types of fish., appropriate gears, good places and weather. The better the relationship among the fishermen the more freely useful information may be shared. Based on this information fishermen are better able to prepare but they still make sure they have other gear or try other places depending on what happens. The same concepts in community mobilization
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 You may be well prepared but if you dont

care your preparation may not be enough. Fishermen care for the marine resources in the Maldives they still use hook and line fishery instead of faster but unsustainable use of nets. Care is a responsive approach watching the weather, taking note of impacts on the fishery and changing as needed.

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 The fishermen who have prepared well and cared

for their resources then need to deliver the fish to market. At the market they learn more about, which fish are more popular, profitable or plentiful. With this knowledge they begin to prepare again and may need to adapt their approach with a better understanding of the system
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Womens role in managing waste at K. Dhiffushi ( case study)

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Republic of Maldives

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Republic of Maldives

 NGOs can create more equal relationships with communities Solve locally relevant issues that the community has identified. Assist the communities and maintain a healthy relationship long

after the project has ended Case of the production of VCO in 4 communities in the Halifu and HDh Atoll with Ministry of Fisheries and agriculture

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Republic of Maldives

Live & Learn strongly advocates for:

- Community Engagement - Empowerment of women - Linking theory to actions - Sustainable livelihoods

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Republic of Maldives

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Republic of Maldives

Ministry of Housing and Environment

Republic of Maldives

 The above projects seeks to empower women

through the development of livelihood opportunities and this has been seen through: More economically independent women in the communities Increased capacity of women to understand business and decision-making processes Most significantly this has led to an increase in womens participation in decision-making and leadership
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 Creating an enabling environment for the women

producers by establishing and securing market links for their products. Reviving dying arts and crafts where women were involved in the past such as mat weaving. Ultimately, stimulating market for local community products through the Fair Trade, Athamana shop front
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 The partnership between Live & Learn and the local

communities led to the development of the Athamana is a shop that has been developed specifically to respond to the need to market local community produce. There has been strong support from Government and the Private sector for this initiative and it is hoped that this foray into a partnership can show real benefits for all those involved.

This presentation shows the first steps toward a public private partnership that can empower women. There is much to be done and we look forward to working with more partners in this pursuit.

Ministry of Housing and Environment

Republic of Maldives