Conflict resolution and sustainable water use in the Mekong River Basin
Buxton, Martin, Martin, Jennifer and Kelly, Max 2006, Conflict resolution and sustainable water use in the Mekong River Basin, in Community development in a global risk society : conference proceedings : proceedings of a conference held in Melbourne 20 - 22 April 2006, Deakin University, Geelong, Vic., pp. 191-203.
Community Development in a Global Risk Society Conference
Start page
191
End page
203
Total pages
13
Publisher
Deakin University
Place of publication
Geelong, Vic.
Summary
In this paper it is argued that increased demands for water use in the Mekong River Basin makes this region vulnerable to conflict. Strategies to both prevent and manage conflict are necessary for sustainable water use in this region. Community development is integral to sustainable development. Community development strategies are particularly useful in recognising knowledge and expertise within local communities. They also assist in involving local communities - particularly members of minority groups in collaborative efforts for sustainable natural resource use and conflict management. It is essential that local communities are active partners in the development of conflict resolution and sustainable development strategies. Active and meaningful participation of local communities in the planning, and management of local water use development activities will increase the likelihood of sustainable outcomes.
ISBN
1741560721 9781741560725
Language
eng
Field of Research
120599 Urban and Regional Planning not elsewhere classified
Socio Economic Objective
970116 Expanding Knowledge through Studies of Human Society
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