Implementing IWRM in a catchment: Lessons from Ethiopia
Implementing integrated water resources management (IWRM) can often seem overwhelming given the scale and complexity of the changes needed. This article describes how IWRM is a long and participatory process based on an on-going learning process in Ethiopia. The IWRM pilot project in the Berki watershed (Ethiopia) has shown that IWRM involves changes to the existing system through a step-by-step approach that creates a sense of ownership amongst all stakeholders. The case/project demonstrated that gaining political support at various levels and multi-stakeholder platforms are crucial for the success of the IWRM process. Building stakeholders' capacities (tailored training, awareness workshops and experience sharing activities) also played a significant role in facilitating the process.GWP and Cap-Net (2006) IWRM Resources: The IWRM ToolBox http://www. gwptoolbox.org/ [accessed 28.11.08]
Ministry of Water Resources (MOWR) (1999) Ethiopian Water Resources Management Policy, MOWR, Addis Ababa
SIWI (2006) Practical Experience towards Implementing IWRM for Sustainable Management of Water Resources in Ethiopia: the Case of Two Pilot Watersheds [online]. Available from: http://www.siwi.org/documents/Resources/Synthesis/2006_Abstract_volume.pdf [accessed 28.11.08] http://www.siwi.org/documents/Resources/Synthesis/2006_Abstract_volume.pdf
UNESCO (2006) Second United Nations World Water Development Report: Ethiopia Case Study, UNESCO, pp. 477-479.
GWP and Cap-Net (2006) IWRM Resources: The IWRM ToolBox http://www. gwptoolbox.org/ [accessed 28.11.08]
Ministry of Water Resources (MOWR) (1999) Ethiopian Water Resources Management Policy, MOWR, Addis Ababa
SIWI (2006) Practical Experience towards Implementing IWRM for Sustainable Management of Water Resources in Ethiopia: the Case of Two Pilot Watersheds [online]. Available from: http://www.siwi.org/documents/Resources/Synthesis/2006_Abstract_volume.pdf [accessed 28.11.08] http://www.siwi.org/documents/Resources/Synthesis/2006_Abstract_volume.pdf
UNESCO (2006) Second United Nations World Water Development Report: Ethiopia Case Study, UNESCO, pp. 477-479.
GWP and Cap-Net (2006) IWRM Resources: The IWRM ToolBox http://www. gwptoolbox.org/ [accessed 28.11.08]
Ministry of Water Resources (MOWR) (1999) Ethiopian Water Resources Management Policy, MOWR, Addis Ababa
SIWI (2006) Practical Experience towards Implementing IWRM for Sustainable Management of Water Resources in Ethiopia: the Case of Two Pilot Watersheds [online]. Available from: http://www.siwi.org/documents/Resources/Synthesis/2006_Abstract_volume.pdf [accessed 28.11.08] http://www.siwi.org/documents/Resources/Synthesis/2006_Abstract_volume.pdf
UNESCO (2006) Second United Nations World Water Development Report: Ethiopia Case Study, UNESCO, pp. 477-479.
GWP and Cap-Net (2006) IWRM Resources: The IWRM ToolBox http://www. gwptoolbox.org/ [accessed 28.11.08]
Ministry of Water Resources (MOWR) (1999) Ethiopian Water Resources Management Policy, MOWR, Addis Ababa
SIWI (2006) Practical Experience towards Implementing IWRM for Sustainable Management of Water Resources in Ethiopia: the Case of Two Pilot Watersheds [online]. Available from: http://www.siwi.org/documents/Resources/Synthesis/2006_Abstract_volume.pdf [accessed 28.11.08] http://www.siwi.org/documents/Resources/Synthesis/2006_Abstract_volume.pdf
UNESCO (2006) Second United Nations World Water Development Report: Ethiopia Case Study, UNESCO, pp. 477-479.
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