Represa Madagascar

05 Aug 25

How we did it: A collaborative process – The REPRESA approach

The REPRESA project was built on the principles of collaboration, mutual learning, and local engagement. From the outset, we placeda strong emphasis on inclusivity by working closely with communities, researchers, and institutional partners across Madagascar. Co-designing the research agenda Research priorities were shaped by local actors. Through consultations with communities…

03 Aug 25

World Café: building resilience together

World Café on Early Warning Systems and climate change adaptation As Madagascar faces more frequent and intense cyclones and floods, it is clear that resilience is key. That is why we hosted a series of World Café sessions during our data collection in Madagascar, bringing together local communities, experts, and…

22 Jul 25

SIMULATIONS

SIMEX During our field visits, we organized Simulation Exercises (SIMEX) in nine localities across Madagascar: Mananjary (Mananjary, Mahela, Ankatafana), Morombe (Morombe, Tanandava Station, Befandefa), and Mahajanga (Mitsinjo, Namakia, Antongomenabevary). These activities aimed to enhance the local population’s knowledge and preparedness in disaster risk management (DRM) including Early Warning Systems, focusing…

22 Jul 25

Participatory mapping: how we support the implementation and improvement of early warning systems, and the identification of adaptation options in Mananjary, Morombe, Ankarafantsika, and Mitsinjo

Participatory Mapping – REPRESA Participatory mapping: a community-driven approach When a cyclone or a flood strikes, every second counts. But for early warning systems to truly save lives, and for adaptation options to be sustainable, they must reflect on-the-ground realities. This is where participatory mapping comes in – a powerful,…

22 Jul 25

Narrative workshops

Capturing stories for deeper insights through storytelling Through our data collection, we organized a series of narrative workshops across various research axes, including climate change perception and adaptation options in the fields of agriculture, infrastructure, fisheries and aquatic resources, early warning systems and community risk management (CRM), as well as…

22 Jul 25

Household visits

Capturing authentic community insights with an innovative approach During our research mission in Mananjary, Morombe, Ankarafantsika, and Mitsinjo, we embraced an innovative and flexible methodology for data collection that went beyond the conventional. At the heart of this mission was a household visit approach that intentionally broke away from traditional,…

17 Jul 25

Creative communication: empowering communities for climate resilience

How we use creative communication to drive change In the face of growing climate challenges, it is crucial that communities not only understand the risks but also know how to take action. We are taking a unique approach to disaster preparedness by using creative communication tools to help communities become…

17 Jul 25

Bridging knowledge and action

How we center communities in climate resilience? In our work on Early Warning Systems (EWS) and climate change adaptation, we do not just collect data—we collaborate, listen, and act. By blending interdisciplinarity, intersectionality, ethics, and community empowerment, we turn research into action that truly matters for the communities most affected…

Ankarafantsika , Boeny

Ankarafantsika, Boeny Ankarafantsika National Park spans 135,000 hectares and is renowned for its diverse ecosystems and unique geological features. This area faces significant pressures from internal migration, impacting biodiversity conservation efforts. Issues such as charcoal production, slash-and-burn agriculture (tavy), and hunting pose challenges exacerbated by migration trends. Ankarafantsika is home…

Mitsinjo

Mitsinjo, Boeny <span style=”font-weight: 400;”>Mitsinjo faces recurring challenges, especially during cyclones, where flooding from the Kikony and Akamony rivers has been a persistent issue. Recent events such as Cyclone Belna in 2020 highlighted the vulnerability of the district, causing extensive flooding and isolation. These natural disasters pose serious threats to…

How we did it: A collaborative process – The REPRESA approach

World Café: building resilience together

SIMULATIONS

Participatory mapping: how we support the implementation and improvement of early warning systems, and the identification of adaptation options in Mananjary, Morombe, Ankarafantsika, and Mitsinjo

Narrative workshops

Household visits

Creative communication: empowering communities for climate resilience

Bridging knowledge and action

Ankarafantsika , Boeny

Mitsinjo

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