Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach
Citizen science (CS) is an important approach to involve the public in scientific research and contribute to addressing water security issues. CS programs, led by the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and local partners in Ethiopia, meaningfully engage communities in data collection an...
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International Water Management Institute
2025
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| author | Haile, Alemseged Tamiru Tedla, H. Z. Mengistie, G. K. Gebre, E. S. Nigussie, Likimyelesh Haileslassie, Amare Nicol, Alan |
| author_browse | Gebre, E. S. Haile, Alemseged Tamiru Haileslassie, Amare Mengistie, G. K. Nicol, Alan Nigussie, Likimyelesh Tedla, H. Z. |
| author_facet | Haile, Alemseged Tamiru Tedla, H. Z. Mengistie, G. K. Gebre, E. S. Nigussie, Likimyelesh Haileslassie, Amare Nicol, Alan |
| author_sort | Haile, Alemseged Tamiru |
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| description | Citizen science (CS) is an important approach to involve the public in scientific research and contribute to addressing water security issues. CS programs, led by the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and local partners in Ethiopia, meaningfully engage communities in data collection and knowledge co-generation. However, challenges such as limited resources, data quality issues and lack of awareness among decision-makers highlight the need for training, sustained funding and alignment with local problems. The technical brief emphasizes the importance of leveraging CS to fill hydrometeorological monitoring gaps, ensuring data accuracy and community engagement, and developing frameworks for expanding CS programs. By aligning with community needs and fostering inclusive participation, CS can strengthen water security initiatives in Ethiopia, creating a foundation for sustainable and locally relevant solutions to water management. |
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| language | Inglés |
| publishDate | 2025 |
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| spelling | CGSpace1734802025-12-08T10:11:39Z Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach Haile, Alemseged Tamiru Tedla, H. Z. Mengistie, G. K. Gebre, E. S. Nigussie, Likimyelesh Haileslassie, Amare Nicol, Alan citizen science water security research communities hydrometeorology monitoring public participation collaboration sustainable development groundwater shallow water water quality rainfall Citizen science (CS) is an important approach to involve the public in scientific research and contribute to addressing water security issues. CS programs, led by the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and local partners in Ethiopia, meaningfully engage communities in data collection and knowledge co-generation. However, challenges such as limited resources, data quality issues and lack of awareness among decision-makers highlight the need for training, sustained funding and alignment with local problems. The technical brief emphasizes the importance of leveraging CS to fill hydrometeorological monitoring gaps, ensuring data accuracy and community engagement, and developing frameworks for expanding CS programs. By aligning with community needs and fostering inclusive participation, CS can strengthen water security initiatives in Ethiopia, creating a foundation for sustainable and locally relevant solutions to water management. 2025-03-03 2025-03-04T06:31:36Z 2025-03-04T06:31:36Z Brief https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173480 en Open Access application/pdf International Water Management Institute Haile, Alemseged Tamiru; Tedla, H. Z.; Mengistie, G. K.; Gebre, E. S.; Nigussie, Likimyelesh; Haileslassie, Amare; Nicol, Alan. 2025. Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach. Colombo, Sri Lanka: International Water Management Institute (IWMI). 8p. |
| spellingShingle | citizen science water security research communities hydrometeorology monitoring public participation collaboration sustainable development groundwater shallow water water quality rainfall Haile, Alemseged Tamiru Tedla, H. Z. Mengistie, G. K. Gebre, E. S. Nigussie, Likimyelesh Haileslassie, Amare Nicol, Alan Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach |
| title | Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach |
| title_full | Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach |
| title_fullStr | Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach |
| title_full_unstemmed | Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach |
| title_short | Applying citizen science to water security challenges in Ethiopia: a structured approach |
| title_sort | applying citizen science to water security challenges in ethiopia a structured approach |
| topic | citizen science water security research communities hydrometeorology monitoring public participation collaboration sustainable development groundwater shallow water water quality rainfall |
| url | https://hdl.handle.net/10568/173480 |
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