Mercy Corps [to 7 November 2015]
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Conflict-Management Skills Lead to Resilience During Climate and Economic Crises, says Mercy Corps
November 5, 2015
New Mercy Corps report shows greater resilience among local leaders who work together
Horn of Africa – By building trust and learning how to manage conflict, community members can build networks that offer critical support in times of severe stress and food insecurity, says a new report by the global organization Mercy Corps.

The report illuminates some of the most effective strategies for cultivating resilience in places that frequently experience economic and climate crisis.

“Though building resilience has become a primary development goal in areas facing recurrent humanitarian crises, much of this work to date has focused on predicting and preparing for climate shocks,” says Sean Granville-Ross, Mercy Corps Country Director for Uganda. “This study shows that the ability to manage conflict is a significant factor when considering a community’s overall vulnerability.” …