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Research and Data to influence Policy and Practice - Scofield Associates

Using Research and Data to Influence Policy and Practice in Ending Violence Against Women and Girls in the Horn of Africa

Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) in Kenya and Tanzania constitutes a significant and escalating issue, precipitated by diverse environmental and anthropogenic factors. The primary drivers of this phenomenon include habitat loss, agricultural expansion, human population growth, and climate change.

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Street Children and Violent Extremism Poster, Call for Research - Scofield Associates

Street Children and Violent Extremism; A Call for Research

This concept for funding focuses on Kenya as a regional hub by reviewing the challenges of quantifying the street demographic to VE. It delves into the potential vulnerabilities of street children to VE, making the argument that while the vulnerabilities exist, the responses and recommendations remain anecdotal with no empirical backing.

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Human-wildlife conflict: Causes, Impacts, Mitigation Strategies and Opportunities

Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) in Kenya and Tanzania constitutes a significant and escalating issue, precipitated by diverse environmental and anthropogenic factors. The primary drivers of this phenomenon include habitat loss, agricultural expansion, human population growth, and climate change.

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Unpacking the Unrest: Key Areas for Further Investigation in Kenyan Protests Against the 2024 Finance Bill

The ongoing protests against the 2024 Finance Bill in Kenya therefore present a fertile ground for research, with potential to yield critical insights into various interconnected aspects of social movements, economic policy, and governance.

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Kenyan Protests Against 2024 Finance Bill: A New Chapter in Citizen Resistance

The streets of Nairobi and other major cities in Kenya are once again echoing with the voices of disgruntled citizens protesting against the controversial 2024 Finance Bill. While demonstrations are not new to the Kenyan landscape, the current wave of dissent stands out due to several key distinctions and its alignment with global trends of citizen resistance against government policies perceived as punitive.

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