Demonstrating locally led adaptation principles in practice

This publication explains that by decentralising decision-making, ensuring that resources reach those who are most affected and by prioritising local knowledge and involving communities in planning and implementation, locally-led adaptation principles aim to provide a tailored, sustainable, and inclusive approach to climate change adaptation. Applying those principles and implementing them in practice have been a priority for LDCs who depend on efficient adaptation solutions, addressing both immediate concerns and longer-term impacts. These principles have also been embraced by the international development community, who recognise that the previous adaptation approaches have not met the anticipated results.

At the intersection of both, the Least Developed Countries Initiative for Effective Adaptation and Resilience (LIFE-AR) emerges as a practical pathway for testing and learning and developing innovative tactics for successful implementation.