Land and water management in upstream-downstream areas in Koshi Basin, Nepal

About the fieldwork

We are hosting a group of 20 representatives from government line agencies, non-government organisations, and local partners who are directly involved in implementing disaster risk reduction (DRR) activities.  A week-long fieldwork will take the group along the Koshi River from Barahbise and Melamchi in the north to the Koshi Barrage between Sunsari and Saptari districts in the south.

The fieldwork will showcase a range of issues and opportunities regarding disaster risk reduction in the Koshi River covering the study sites and the actions undertaken to address them. The trip will look at land and water management in upstream-downstream areas and how increasing limitations in water availability can be balanced through wise use and management of water.

The learning visit is being organised in collaboration with local partners Community Development and Advocacy Forum Nepal (CDAFN) in Mahottari, Sabal Nepal in Saptari, and Human Rights, Social Awareness and Development Centre (HUSADEC) in Dhankuta.

Objectives

• Increase awareness on multi-hazard disaster issues, challenges, and adaptation efforts linking upstream and downstream communities
• Integrate GEDSI and preparedness actions in local DRR policies and annual plans

Outcomes

• Increased understanding of stakeholders and partners on the impacts of the multi-hazard risks in the local context and its linkage with upstream and downstream communities
• Increased understanding of GEDSI issues and the disproportionate impacts of multi-hazards on the lives and livelihoods of vulnerable people
• Relevant government and non-government stakeholders incorporate GEDSI-integrated multi-hazard risks management approaches in their plans

Expected participants

• Representatives of local government line agencies involved with the downstream vulnerable communities who are implementing DRR plans and policies at the local level
• Representatives from non-government organisations and local partners working with communities and local government for disaster risk reduction and management

Agenda