Piloting Nature-based Solutions with a Gender-equity Approach for Mountain Communities

Published on October 23, 2026
📍 Honduras · Latin America & Caribbean
💡 Proof of concept

Honduras is co-designing nature-based solutions with Indigenous mountain communities to reduce landslide and drought risks and strengthen livelihoods, especially for women and youth.

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Overview

Agroforestry and soil stabilisation help reduce erosion and landslide risks, while rainwater management supports water supplies during drought. Co-designed with Lenca communities in Montaña de Celaque National Park, the project combines these measures with Indigenous knowledge, community-run early warnings and shared adaptation planning.

Two proposed business pilots will support women and youth to turn plastic packaging and agricultural waste into income opportunities, linking climate resilience with more inclusive livelihoods.

At a glance

Organisation

National Institute for Forest Conservation and Development, Protected Areas and Wildlife

Primary sector

Nature-based solutions

Innovation stage 💡 Proof of concept
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Funding Received

$
AFCIA funding
USD 228,479

Climate impacts addressed

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Drought and water security
Floods
Landslides
Storms and cyclones

Project team

Marcus Nield
Marcus Nield
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