Partner: Reliance Foundation
Overview:
Change Alliance conducted a scoping study in the districts of Bhadrak and Ganjam in Odisha to inform district-level planning for disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate-resilient livelihoods. The study sought to strengthen the preparedness and resilience of vulnerable communities against extreme weather events.
Project Objectives:
- Understand the hazard vulnerability of Bhadrak and Ganjam districts.
- Develop district-level disaster resilience plans tailored to local vulnerabilities.
- Promote and strengthen climate-resilient livelihood practices among affected communities.
We designed and executed the methodology – which was a 4-Pronged Mapping Exercise:
- Hazard Vulnerability Mapping
- Livelihood Mapping
- Resource Mapping
- Early Warning System (EWS) Mapping
These mappings were used to identify risks, assets, and preparedness gaps in communities.