Himanshu Tiwari

Community institutions and local governance structures play a crucial role in enhancing the resilience of communities to drought and land degradation. Through the effective management of natural resources at the local level—such as water, land, and forests—these institutions enable the implementation of sustainable practices tailored to the specific needs and conditions of the community. Active involvement of local populations in decision-making processes increases the acceptance of measures, strengthens the sense of responsibility, and encourages collective action. In addition, local structures organize education, training, and knowledge exchange on resilient and sustainable methods, thereby building community capacity and preserving traditional knowledge that is often highly valuable in combating drought and land degradation.These institutions also play an important role in mobilizing resources—linking communities with support programs from governments, NGOs, and international donors, thereby facilitating the implementation of local projects aimed at improving resilience. By establishing early warning systems and monitoring climatic conditions, local structures enable timely responses and mitigation of the impacts of drought and other natural hazards. Through all these activities, community institutions and local governance serve as a foundation for long-term sustainable natural resource management, directly contributing to reduced vulnerability and increased resilience of communities to climate-related challenges.

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