Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya

The study explores the role of Participatory Geographic Information Systems (PGIS) in resource mapping, policy development, and conflict resolution in Isiolo County, Kenya. By integrating Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) with modern mapping, PGIS enhances accuracy and community engagement. The...

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Autores principales: Paliwal, Ambica, Korir, Victor Kipkurui, Kenduiywo, Benson, Galiè, Alessandra, Bullock, Renee, Pacillo, Grazia, Wane, Abdrahmane, Whitbread, Anthony M.
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Lenguaje:Inglés
Publicado: International Rangeland Congress 2025
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Acceso en línea:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/174957
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author Paliwal, Ambica
Korir, Victor Kipkurui
Kenduiywo, Benson
Galiè, Alessandra
Bullock, Renee
Pacillo, Grazia
Wane, Abdrahmane
Whitbread, Anthony M.
author_browse Bullock, Renee
Galiè, Alessandra
Kenduiywo, Benson
Korir, Victor Kipkurui
Pacillo, Grazia
Paliwal, Ambica
Wane, Abdrahmane
Whitbread, Anthony M.
author_facet Paliwal, Ambica
Korir, Victor Kipkurui
Kenduiywo, Benson
Galiè, Alessandra
Bullock, Renee
Pacillo, Grazia
Wane, Abdrahmane
Whitbread, Anthony M.
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description The study explores the role of Participatory Geographic Information Systems (PGIS) in resource mapping, policy development, and conflict resolution in Isiolo County, Kenya. By integrating Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) with modern mapping, PGIS enhances accuracy and community engagement. The approach emphasizes gender inclusion, with men identifying broader features and economic resources, and women highlighting water access and household needs. Gender-specific maps improve equity in resource management. PGIS also helps resolve rangeland conflicts by mapping contested areas and facilitating inter-community dialogue. Using Focus Group Discussions and Key Informant Interviews, the study captures diverse local insights on environmental challenges and climate impacts. The findings underscore PGIS as a vital tool for sustainable rangeland governance, promoting resilience, inclusivity, and informed policymaking.
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spelling CGSpace1749572025-11-10T06:39:19Z Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya Paliwal, Ambica Korir, Victor Kipkurui Kenduiywo, Benson Galiè, Alessandra Bullock, Renee Pacillo, Grazia Wane, Abdrahmane Whitbread, Anthony M. drylands participatory action research pastoralism rangelands The study explores the role of Participatory Geographic Information Systems (PGIS) in resource mapping, policy development, and conflict resolution in Isiolo County, Kenya. By integrating Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) with modern mapping, PGIS enhances accuracy and community engagement. The approach emphasizes gender inclusion, with men identifying broader features and economic resources, and women highlighting water access and household needs. Gender-specific maps improve equity in resource management. PGIS also helps resolve rangeland conflicts by mapping contested areas and facilitating inter-community dialogue. Using Focus Group Discussions and Key Informant Interviews, the study captures diverse local insights on environmental challenges and climate impacts. The findings underscore PGIS as a vital tool for sustainable rangeland governance, promoting resilience, inclusivity, and informed policymaking. 2025-06 2025-06-04T10:59:11Z 2025-06-04T10:59:11Z Conference Paper https://hdl.handle.net/10568/174957 en Open Access application/pdf application/pdf International Rangeland Congress Paliwal, A., Korir, V.K., Kenduiywo, B., Galiè, A., Bullock, R., Pacillo, G., Wane, A. and Whitbread, A.M. 2025. Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya. IN: McDonald, S. et al. 2025. Proceedings of the 12th International Rangeland Congress, Adelaide, Australia, 2-6 June 2025. Adelaide, Australia: International Rangeland Congress.
spellingShingle drylands
participatory action research
pastoralism
rangelands
Paliwal, Ambica
Korir, Victor Kipkurui
Kenduiywo, Benson
Galiè, Alessandra
Bullock, Renee
Pacillo, Grazia
Wane, Abdrahmane
Whitbread, Anthony M.
Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya
title Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya
title_full Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya
title_fullStr Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya
title_full_unstemmed Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya
title_short Bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping: the role of participatory GIS, a case study in Kenya
title_sort bridging gender gaps in rangeland resource and conflict mapping the role of participatory gis a case study in kenya
topic drylands
participatory action research
pastoralism
rangelands
url https://hdl.handle.net/10568/174957
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