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Abstract We propose the integration of six data layers
(topography, isohyets, soil potential, household localization,
vegetation types and land lease titles) to assess the constraints
facing food production in Vanuatu, Melanesia. All
layers are digitalized allowing area computations of polygons
associated with the various data sets. For each island,
the following are computed: total area, good arable land
area, coconut plantations, pastures/grasslands, area under
land lease titles and average accessible good land per household.
Although Vanuatu is often considered as not densely
populated (19 hab/km2), results indicate great variation
among islands. The average area of good land per household
varies from 530 ha on the island of Tegua (North) to 0.5 ha
on Futuna (South). Shifting cultivation does not appear to be
a serious threat to the environment. The establishment of
coconut plantations and permanent pastures represents the
main cause of deforestation and contributes to increased
pressure on land used for food production. The integration
of layers of data is a powerful tool for improving environmental
planning in an archipelago under growing human
pressure and natural changes.
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Open Doors Week to start on Tuesday 16th @ 9.00 am and close on Friday 19th @ 4.30pm. Each program is to make a display and demonstration of their activities, movies, pictures, exercises.
A cocktail function on the 18th @ 5.30pm
P.O.Box 618
Port Vila
VANUATU
Telephone: (678) 27418 Fax: (678) 22599
Email: redcross@vanuatu.com.vu
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Finalsing the preparations for International Disaster Day.
Dear IDD Working Group,
The meeting today at 2pm has changed locations as there is not room available at the NDMO. We will now be meeting in the Red Cross Meeting room. Apologies for the late change.
Regards,
Sofia
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1. CC Mainstreaming Training for Provincial Government
2. Consultation on National CC & DRR Policy
3. Consultation on National CC & DRR Communication Strategy
4. IWRM Lessons Learned writing workshop
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To guide project teams in achieving the highest quality in the analysis, design, implementation and information & knowledge management of CBA projects, we have developed the CBA Project Standards. These standards represent the key criteria that must be achieved to ensure the quality of process and outputs of different stages of the project cycle. Most importantly, the achievement of these standards will help to ensure that CBA projects make a sustainable contribution to the adaptive capacity of project stakeholders.
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The project I’m with is planning to run a training of its stakeholders from 17-28 September 2012.
Bani W. Arudovo
In-Country Coordinator
USP/EU GCCA Climate Change Adaptation Project
Pacific Centre for Environment and Sustainable Development (PACE-SD)
Emalus Campus
PMB 9072
Vanuatu
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VHT has organised a panel discussion of agency representatives to mark the 2012 theme for International Disaster Day - Women and Girls - the [in]Visible Force of Resilience
The discussion will be broadcast on National TV and will address some key points:
It does not imply that women and girls are invisible.
It is about drawing attention to the fact that their efforts to protect and rebuild their communities before and after disasters are often unrecognized and that 'invisibility' is a socio-cultural construct.
It is about highlighting that their ability to contribute is hindered by lack of inclusion and poor understanding of gender inequality.
It is about celebrating the contribution women and girls are making before, during and after a disaster.
It is about moving beyond the tendency to view and portray women and girls as victims. And even though women and girls feature disproportionately among the casualties of disasters they are 'active victims'.
It is about stories of action and initiative by women and girls, and it also seeks to shed light on the obstacles that prevent them from participating in Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation.
For more information- please go to the link: http://www.unisdr.org/we/inform/events/26819
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Workshop dates: 9-12 October , 2012 (4 -Day Workshop)
Workshop location: Chantillys on the bay – Fatumaru bay, Lini Highway, Port Vila
Workshop description:
This workshop on gender and gender-based violence in
humanitarian action will offer an examination of gender, gender-based violence, and
responding to the many needs of women, men, girls and boys during emergencies, building
from the experiences and lessons learned from the latest Vanuatu & pacific humanitarian responses.
The workshop will cover a framework for addressing and responding to gender-based violence in
emergencies through a multi-sectoral approach, using participatory methods and practical
case studies. This 4-day workshop is specifically designed for qualified humanitarian
practitioners and organisations working in the field of gender and gender-based violence,
including first responders in emergencies from various backgrounds in the coordination of
multi-sectoral prevention of and response to gender-based violence in humanitarian
settings.
This workshop forms a foundation to establish a formal network to address GBV in
Emergencies with a plan for further advanced trainings and a Training of Trainers for the
network members.
The objectives of this workshop are:
To gain an understanding of how to address the different needs of women, men,
girls and boys in humanitarian settings.
Gain an understanding of the key concepts and basic issues underpinning all forms of
gender based violence.
To increase the participants’ abilities to discuss and integrate these key concepts
through the different sectors in ways that will be understood both by their staff and
by the community.
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GEF-PAS Project: 4 countries in Pacific. Contact Presly Dovo at Depr of Forests.
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From: Sofia Apollonov <sofia.apollonov@gmail.com>
Date: 27 September 2012 16:56
Subject: IDD Meeting Monday 1st October and Update
To: Vanuatu Humanitarian Team van.humanitarian.team@gmail.com
Dear All,
As it is getting closer to October 13th, International Disaster Day, could we get together for one final meeting at 2pm on Monday the 1st of October in the NDMO office.
Also here is an update on all the activities planned for the week.
The march that was scheduled on the 8th is now cancelled and we will be focusing on radio and TV broadcasts during the week. Those that are interested in doing a 15min radio broadcast on the theme of this years disaster day to be played during the week will need to confirm with us by Monday, these can either be done live or we can arrange for them to be pre-recorded but we will need final numbers by Monday.
Also there will be the Gender in Emergencies workshop for cluster members from October 9-12 (please ensure your agency has confirmed attendance with Jennifer)
This workshop has been organised by the VHT.
VHT has also organised a panel discusion on the role of women and girls in emergencies to be broadcast on national Tv on October 13th.
For the main event we will be hosting a half day event at the seafront where we will have speakers throughout the morning. We will also be organising booths for all NGO's and partners to utilise for the day. We are currently trying to source the audio equipment for the seafront as well.
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Library of UN Materials Relevant for Climate Change Learning
Provides a one stop window to search for and access materials prepared by UN organizations relevant to climate change learning. To date, it contains over 1,000 entries, ranging from training manuals on climate change for health professionals to educational hand books for teachers and students. Some of the materials were developed in collaboration with non-UN organizations.
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Training on using the NDMO short code SMS system in preparation for the disaster simulation in November.
Location: VMGD Conference Room
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