CBDRM Project in Ben Tre

Lessons learned from the implementation of Livelihoods VietNam

Ton That KhanhSwiss Red CrossVietnam

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Outline

Livelihoods-related projects funded by SRC in VietnamAre livelihoods needed in DRR?ChallengesLessons learned

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Livelihoods-related projects Swiss RED CROSS - Vietnam

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Are livelihoods needed in DRR?

An asset-based livelihood framework (Source : Sanderson 2009)

Challenges

Lack stakeholder engagement in assessment, decision-makingLack of contribution of local community Lack of necessary technical supports and monitoringLow awareness of beneficiariesMost vulnerable are located in remote areas

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Lessons learned

1. Confront with challenges

Failures are part of succeeding. Looking back to failures and learning from them is part of the process. Robust measures are needed when it comes to non-transparency in financial and ethical issues.

Lessons learned

2. Long-term plans (even up to 10 years)

Particularly considering thehighly remote areaof intervention.The establishment of community project is a process that requires time, patience, research, and constant monitoring and supports (e.g. capacity building).Clear impacts and sustainability on livelihood models are visible only in the long run.

Lessons learned

3. Participatory approaches the MUST

Active engagement of stakeholders Clearer roles/responsibilitiesLocal resources and other external supports from stakeholders Recipients need to be part of the entire processWillingness to involve all concerned people openly

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Lessons learned

4. Awareness raising through communication activities

- Dependent mindset / relying on external supports- Awareness on need of active role and responsibilities in building the bridge to self-livelihoods- Change mindset to Change actions

Lessons learned

5. Make it tangible and build a successful trial model firstWhen I can see it [benefits] clearly, I will go for it.

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Thank you for your attention!