Inclusive Livelihoods & Sustainable Green Economies
The Challenge
In many pastoral and Indigenous landscapes, livelihoods are increasingly under pressure from climate change, shrinking grazing resources, and limited access to fair markets. Traditional livelihood systems that were once closely linked to seasonal mobility and ecological balance are being disrupted. As a result, many households face unstable incomes, growing poverty risks, and reduced ability to invest in sustainable land use practices. Women and youth are often the most affected, with limited access to economic opportunities, resources, and decision-making spaces. At the same time, external economic models often do not reflect pastoral realities, making it difficult for communities to fully benefit from their natural resource base without degrading it.
Why It Matters
Livelihoods shape how people interact with land and nature. When livelihoods are weak or unsustainable, pressure on ecosystems increases. But when they are resilient and nature-linked, they become a driving force for restoration, stability, and long-term wellbeing. Strong community economies are therefore essential for both social dignity and environmental sustainability.
What We Do
We support communities to build livelihoods that are directly connected to healthy landscapes and sustainable resource use. Our focus is on strengthening economic systems that protect nature while improving household income, especially for women and youth who are central to local resilience. We promote livelihood approaches that align with pastoral systems, rather than replacing them.
How We Work
Supporting sustainable pastoral production systems that align with ecological cycles.
Promoting nature-based enterprises that depend on healthy ecosystems.
Strengthening women and youth economic empowerment initiatives.
Developing climate-resilient value chains for livestock and natural products.
Supporting community enterprise development and local innovation.
Linking livelihoods to conservation and restoration outcomes.
What We Aim to Achieve
We envision communities that derive dignity and prosperity from their landscapes — where livelihoods strengthen ecosystems instead of degrading them, and where economic opportunity is inclusive, resilient, and rooted in nature.