Who we are
Based at the International Livestock Research Institute in Nairobi, Kenya, we are an international partnership led by the University of Edinburgh collaborating with the International Livestock Research Institute, Save the Children, the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) and Community Jameel.
Our mission is to broker science, knowledge, and real-world action to develop inclusive solutions to environmental shocks facing dryland communities. With a community of practice that unites data, science and practice, we identify, prioritize and deliver actionable research, learning and innovation, convening dialogue, generating evidence, catalyzing collaboration, developing capacities and communicating for change … to improve the lives and livelihoods of pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in East Africa.
Our vision is that ‘vulnerable pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in East Africa are more prepared for and resilient to the effects of evolving environmental shocks and stresses on their food security and nutrition.’
People
The Observatory is guided by an advisory group of individuals who bring relevant expertise to its work.
Some members also serve on a partner steering group that provides closer coordination and oversight of the Observatory activities.
Observatory staff, associates and students combine their academic research with the development of products and tools that have practical applications in drylands.
Partners
We are proud to be members of these collaborations:
