These documents publish the results of different pieces of research into pastoralist livelihoods in Ethiopia. All the research was done in collaboration with pastoralists and has been extensively disseminated and debated amongst those who fed into the research.
Raising Voice – Securing a Livelihood
Pastoralist Consultants International, July 2009
This full-colour summary paper of the recent study into pastoralist livelihoods in Ethiopia discusses the role of diverse voices in developing secure livelihoods in pastoralist areas of Ethiopia. The paper, by Mary Ann Brocklesby, Mary Hobley and Patta Scott-Villiers, focuses on the changing ways that pastoralists use voice in efforts to secure their livelihood. It shows how Ethiopian pastoralists value being able to speak, be heard and be connected. The main Research Report is available for download below.
Raising Voice – Securing a Livelihood: The Role of Diverse Voices in Developing Secure Livelihoods in Pastoralist Areas in Ethiopia – Working Paper 340
Mary Ann Brocklesby, Mary Hobley and Patta Scott-Villiers
Institute of Development Studies, April 2010
This Working Paper is concerned with the workings of voice among pastoralists in Ethiopia. It documents how the diverse pastoralist men and women – young and old, rich and poor – call on one another and on representatives and officials in efforts to achieve cooperation and influence. Diverse pastoralists explain how successful voice is the result of internconnectedness and opportunity. Individual influence varies with a speaker’s social and political connections, with his or her determination, skill and experience, and as a consequence of geography and politics.
Vulnerable Livelihoods in Somali Region, Ethiopia
Stephen Devereux
Institute of Development Studies, 2005
An investigation into the causes and consequences of livelihood vulnerability in Somali Region, Ethiopia where people pastoralists, agro-pastoralists, farmers and traders have suffered a series of livelihood shocks in recent years, some natural, others political. This research study is an attempt to gather information and give voice to the people of Somali Region themselves. A Somali language version is currently in preparation.
Is Pastoralism Still Viable in the Horn of Africa? New Perspectives from Ethiopia
UN OCHA-PCI Issues Paper, April 2005
The ability of the Somali Region economy to generate wealth is not in doubt. It is the variability of income generation and asset ownership, and the consequent vulnerability of groups of people within the region, that must be addressed.” This Issues Paper provides a summary of the longer Research Report, Vulnerable Livelihoods in Somali Region, Ethiopia by Stephen Devereux, published by the Institute of Development Studies in 2005. It looks at sources of vulnerability, responses by government and people and at some suggested new approaches.
Xoola Dhaqashadu Miyay Ku Sii Waari Kartaa Geeska Afrika? Aragtiyo Cusub oo Itoobiya Laga Helay
UN OCHA-PCI Qoraalada Haajooyinka, 2006
“Shaki kuma jiro in dhaqaalaha degaanka Soomaalidu uu yahay mid leh karti iyo awood uu ku kobco kuna balaadho, balse kala duwida illaha dakhli, mulkiyada hantida iyo taag darida qaab nololeedka bulshada degaanka ayaa ah mid u baahan in la wajaho”. Tani waxay ka mid tahay gundhiga warbixin muddo laba sanno ah ay wadday Machadka Cilmi-Baadhista Horumarka ee Ingiriiska (Institute of Development Studies, IDS) oo uu dhaqan galiyay Xafiiska Qaramada Midoobay u Qaabilsan Xidhiidhinta Arrimaha Bini Aadminimada (UNOCHA) waaxdiisa U- Kuur-Galida Xidhiidhka Xoolo Dhaqatada (Pastoralist Communication Initiative, UNOCHA-PCI).
Vulnerable Livelihoods in Somali Region, Ethiopia
Stephen Devereux
UN OCHA-PCI Issues Paper, March 2005
Livelihoods in rural Somali Region are subject to numerous shocks and stresses, including recurrent drought, livestock marketing constraints and restricted mobility due to conflict and insecurity. Responding to these multiple sources of vulnerability with food aid is inadequate and inappropriate. Improved governance is needed at all levels, as is better provision of basic services, and support to livestock marketing.
New Thinking on Food Security
Stephen Devereux and Alex de Waal
UN OCHA-PCI Issues Paper, May 2004
Poverty and vulnerability is spreading at an alarming rate in Ethiopia. Attainment of all the 2015 Millennium Development Goals looks increasingly unlikely despite economic growth rates and major policy initiatives. Food aid has kept people alive, but new thinking is needed to break the cycle of dependency and support seven million people who are food insecure.
