This brief synthesises some of the main findings from the (Rapid Response Research) RRR project, highlighting strengths and weaknesses of the project’s new approaches. It provides quick highlights of eight insights and encourages readers to delve into the more detailed working papers associated with each key finding.
From Camel to Cup' explores the importance of camels and camel milk in drought ridden regions, and the under-reported medicinal and vital health benefits of camel milk
Less than 5 percent of disaster losses are covered by insurance in poorer countries, versus 50 percent in rich nations
Age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and many more factors must be considered if people are to become resilient to climate extremes
A concern is around the long-term viability of hard-fought development gains
In Kenya's Wajir county, the emphasis on water development is happening at the expense of good water governance