FP034

This evaluation aims to assess the impact of the "Building Resilient Communities, Wetland Ecosystems and Associated Catchments in Uganda" project (FP034). The impact evaluation focuses on two components of the project. - Component 1: restoration and management of wetland hydrology and associated catchments; and Component 2: improved agricultural practices and alternative livelihood options in the wetland catchments.

An estimated 4 million people who live in and around Uganda’s wetlands rely on them for food security. The impact of climate change, coupled with other environmental stresses, is increasing the degradation of wetlands and associated ecosystems. This grant-based project assists the Government of Uganda in taking climate change effects into account in managing wetlands by enhancing the increased resilience of the local ecosystems and communities. The project particularly aims at strengthening the resilience of the wetlands and their sustainable restoration, coupled with alternative livelihood trainings for the population living adjacent to the wetlands.