for a book that provides a collection of papers on conflict, livelihoods, and poverty in Guinea-Bissau based on both a … three decades. This situation has contributed to an increase in the degree of vulnerability of the population, especially in … rural areas. As growth has been weak, poverty levels have remained high. This paper serves as an introduction and overview …

This paper investigates livelihoods of communities around Mikumi, Tanzania's fourth largest national park, and impacts …

’s livelihood. We infer that the relative success of Cape Verde in tackling desertification and rural poverty owes to an integrated …

Despite prolonged economic growth, poverty has become a more notable and noted feature of Chinese society. The paper … social policies are described and the effects on poverty and inequality are examined. The limitations of a social policy that … livelihood approach is analysed and its potential to reduce poverty and inequality are considered. …

Based on meso data, study analyses the causes of poverty and food insecurity. It seeks to identify who is food insecure … and where they are, why they risk food insecurity and what options exist to reduce their vulnerability. Using the … sustainable livelihoods framework and collecting qualitative and quantitative data from two selected districts of Balangir and …

This article attempts to lay out the broad discursive space connecting the triad of microfinance, poverty and … approach to both poverty and patriarchy. The article argues that microfinance can at best become a coping strategy for poor …

What is the relationship between social conflict and poverty in the context of Manipur? There is a need to recognize … issues involved in the ethnic conflicts and consequential disruptions, displacement and poverty. [CPRC-IIPA Working Paper No …

a source of income. Research methods leading to a better understanding of the role of livestock in household poverty … and 25 years, households have moved into and out of poverty in 40 rural communities in two different highland regions of … different livestock assets and strategies. We found significant numbers of households escaping poverty at the same time many are …

in history and document how dominant interests have used this situation of chronic poverty in Kandhamal to suit their …