Viewing resource management essentially through a biophysical lens has provided too restricted a perspective for understanding complex political processes surrounding forest management. The case of community forestry in Nepal demonstrates a range of experiences of complex political processes, inc...
Ojha, H.
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Paudel, N.S.
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Banjade, M.R.
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McDougall, C.
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Cameron, J.
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[The deliberative scientist: integrating science and politics in forest resource governance in Nepal]
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The deliberative scientist: integrating science and politics in forest resource governance in Nepal
Forest governance is now recognized as a critical factor for effective resource management and enhancing livelihood outcomes. This paper recognizes the need for having learning element in the governing process, for which there has to be a continuous monitoring process in place. Based on recent st...
Ojha, H.
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Pokharel, B.
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McDougall, C.
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Paudel, K.
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[Learning to govern: how to improve monitoring system in community forestry in Nepal?]
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Learning to govern: how to improve monitoring system in community forestry in Nepal?
This chapter seeks to address the apparent tensions that have arisen between ‘traditional’ and ‘participatory’ research approaches in natural resource management research. It does so not only by exploring the relative strengths and weaknesses of these approaches, but also by underscoring the comp...
McDougall, C.
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Braun, Ann R.
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[Navigating complexity, diversity and dynamism: reflections on research for natural resource management]
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Navigating complexity, diversity and dynamism: reflections on research for natural resource management
This chapter draws on case studies and literature to generate a number of ‘principles of good practices’ in participatory research in natural resource management. The intention is that these principles may be useful in the planning and assessment of the rigour of research methodologies.
Vernooy, Ronnie
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McDougall, C.
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[Principles for good practice in participatory research: reflecting on lessons from the field]
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Principles for good practice in participatory research: reflecting on lessons from the field
Douthwaite, Boru
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Apgar, J.M.
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Schwarz, A.
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McDougall, C.
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Attwood, S.
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Senaratna Sellamuttu, Sonali
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Clayton, T.
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[Research in development: learning from the CGIAR Research Program on Aquatic Agricultural Systems]
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Research in development: learning from the CGIAR Research Program on Aquatic Agricultural Systems
Drawing on extensive and varied case studies, this book presents innovative approaches for establishing and sustaining participation and collective decision-making in natural resource management research. It covers a wide range of natural resources – including forests and soils, water and managem...
Pound, B.
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Snapp, Sieglinde S.
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McDougall, C.
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Braun, Ann R.
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[Managing natural resources for sustainable livelihoods: uniting science and participation]
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Managing natural resources for sustainable livelihoods: uniting science and participation