Livelihoods Assessment and Analysis

Topic outline

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  This course was created with Adobe Flash technology. Since this technology is no longer supported by modern internet browsers, the online version was removed. The downloadable version and content of the course (text only) are still available. In order to access them, please read the instructions in the System requirements section below.

  This course introduces the concept of livelihoods and components of the livelihoods framework. It presents the existing livelihoods approaches and methods. The course also provides guidance on assessing livelihoods in different food security contexts and selecting and interpreting livelihoods indicators.
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  System Requirements

  The interactive version of the course is available as a downloadable package and only runs on Windows PC’s and doesn't require any additional software. Please read the following instructions.

  The content of the course is also available in text format (pdf).
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  Audience

  The target audience of the e-learning course includes:

  • Mid-level managers, technical staff, field personnel who are involved in the collection, management, analysis, and reporting of food security information.
  • Planners, policy formulators and programme managers who are involved in monitoring progress in poverty reduction, and meeting food security goals and targets.
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  You will learn about

  • Concept of livelihoods.
    
  • Components of the livelihoods framework.
    
  • Livelihoods assessment approaches.
    
  • Key indicators for each aspect of the livelihood framework.
    
  • Selecting and interpreting livelihoods indicators.
    
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  Course structure

  The course consists of 3 lessons, ranging from approximately 40 to 45 minutes duration each:

  • Lesson 1 – Introduction to Livelihoods
  • Lesson 2 – Assessing Livelihoods
  • Lesson 3 – Livelihoods Indicators
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  Partners