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T1 The Social Dimension of Ecosystem-based Adaptation
A1 United Nations Environment Programme, 
A2 Naumann, Sandra
A2 Davis, McKenna
A2 Munang, Richard
A2 Andrews, Jesica
A2 Thiaw, Ibrahim
A2 Alverson, Keith
A2 Mumba, Musonda
A2 Kavagi, Levis
A2 Han, Zhen
YR 2013
FD 2013
LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/8422
UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/8422
NO This policy brief examines the social dimension of ecosystem-based adaptation to climate change, focusing on its impacts across global, national, regional and local contexts and the social considerations required for effective design and implementation. It situates the approach within broader economic, environmental and societal challenges, highlighting its capacity to generate multiple benefits, including food security, livelihood improvement, employment and community resilience. The document draws on literature and practical experiences to outline methods such as stakeholder engagement, capacity building, integration of local knowledge and inclusive governance. It also emphasises enabling conditions, including policy integration, institutional support and resource availability, to ensure successful implementation and alignment with wider development objectives.
DS UN Environment Document Repository
RD Sep 16, 2026