FAO/FIG Technical session: A time to Improve Land Governance: How can Land Professionals support the implementation of the Voluntary Guidelines on the Governance of Tenure (VGGTs)
Robin McLaren
Concept Note.
Land (other natural resources) provide humanity, among others, food and shelter, economic production and a basis for social, cultural and religious practices. Rights of access are increasingly affected by climate change, natural disasters, population growth, urbanization and the growing demands for land for agriculture including for bio-energy initiatives. Responsible governance of tenure of land and other natural resources can help reduce undernourishment, hunger and poverty and create opportunities to support social and economic development. Weak governance hinders sustainable use of the environment, hinders economic growth, can condemn people to hunger and poverty and the loss of lives through violent conflicts.
Event: FIG Working Week 2016 : Recovery from Disaster
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