THEORY OF CHANGE

National and Yobe state agencies will build strong links with networks of local scientific and technical partners who will bring more robust science into sustainable land management in arid and semi-arid areas

Science and data-driven watershed plans and DSS tools will underpin more cost-effective and targeted investments in soil and water conservation, and climate resiliency in Yobe State

Merging science-based watershed plans with stronger capacities and more targeted on-site investments, will lead to improved environmental conservation, agriculture, water, and climate change outcomes in selected catchments compared to control sites in Yobe.

Improved dissemination mechanisms for site-level data and DSS tools will guide farmers and other land users to improve agricultural performance, climate resiliency, access to value chains, and incomes in Yobe State

Building community capacities and supporting development of farm and non-farm livelihoods will increase local incomes, and reduce dependence and conflicts around natural resources in Yobe State.

Improved local livelihood opportunities and incomes will reduce COVID-19 impacts, especially among the poorest and most vulnerable individuals and stronger capacities in Yobe State.