Environment and Society Course
This Environment and Society Course prepares environmental experts to map risks, evaluate social vulnerability, and create fair coastal policies. It uses hands-on tools, real-world data, and straightforward strategies to safeguard communities and support resilient planning in Uganda's coastal areas. Participants gain practical skills for analysing hazards, using GIS for spatial insights, conducting community studies, and crafting persuasive recommendations for equitable futures.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This focused course equips you with skills to examine coastal hazards, social vulnerability, and risk awareness, transforming insights into practical recommendations. Master key theories, combined research approaches, GIS-based spatial analysis, and tools for mapping disparities, involving communities, and delivering clear briefs to leaders committed to resilient, fair coastal development.
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Develop skills
- Assess coastal risks by mapping hazards, vulnerability, and exposure quickly.
- Apply GIS tools to integrate census, FEMA, and NOAA data for identifying inequities.
- Develop equity-driven policies like zoning, buyouts, and green infrastructure.
- Carry out mixed-methods studies using surveys, interviews, and basic statistics.
- Present findings effectively through maps, briefs, and actionable plans for local councils.
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