Traditional Wisdom of Earthquake Resistant Building Construction in Nepal

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1 Traditional Wisdom of Earthquake Resistant Building Construction in Nepal SHALINI Report of Nepal Visit Streamlining Outcome Mapping 8 th -12 th September 2014

2 Visit to Nepal Streamline Outcome Mapping Visit to Nepal Kathmandu was carried out from 8 th September 12 th September 2014 with the purpose of developing a common understanding on the subject of Outcome Mapping for the project Traditional wisdom of Earthquake Resistant Building Construction Nepal under SO1 of ADRRN SCHEDULE OF THE TRIP 8 th September 2014 Arrival at Kathmandu 9 th September 2014 Visit to the field Interior parts of Kathmandu city, Patan & Bhaktapur 10 th September 2014 Outcome Mapping Exercise With NSET Staff 11 th S September 2014 Visit to the field Panoti & Meeting with Surya in the Evening 12 th September 2014 Departure for Delhi History of Past Earthquake in Kathmandu Valley In Nepal, during this century over people have lost their lives in major earthquakes. The most destructive was Bihar/ Nepal earthquake in Three earthquakes of similar size occurred in Katmandu Valley in the 19th century: in 1810, 1833 and The seismic records of the region, which extends back to 1680, 1407,1259 and 1253, suggest that earthquakes of this size occur approximately every 75 years, indicating that a devastating earthquake in inevitable in the long term and likely to take place in the near future. Present situation of Kathmandu Valley The city and townscape of Kathmandu Valley is chaotic and city planning does not seem to exist. The Valley is becoming increasingly vulnerable to earthquakes because of uncontrolled construction of the buildings in the core part of the valley and the general lack of awareness on earthquake safety and preparedness. A destructive earthquake if unfortunately occurred today in the Kathmandu Valley may cause innumerable loss of lives and properties demolishing all the social, political and economic development of the entire country. Since 1934, the population of the Kathmandu Valley has increased by five times and its risk from earthquakes has increased even faster than its population. In 1934, residents had gathered in open spaces after the earthquake but today, most of such spaces have been occupied by buildings (which are prone to destruction even due to low strength earthquake). In 1934, most homes were a maximum of two stories. Today, homes are routinely built by untrained masons up to heights of five and six stories, making them much more vulnerable to earthquakes. 1

3 Old house not maintained can collapse Small & symmetrical openings Old House in the maintained condition Double Frame Traditional House well Maintained New Construction coming up 2

4 Wooden wedges jolted Horizontal & vertical wooden logs jolted for flooring Most of the traditional houses are simple and symmetric in plan and have uniform distribution of mass and stiffness. The superstructure is constructed with locally available sun-dried bricks and mud-mortar. Three walls, two outside walls and one spine wall at the center, support the whole structure. Timber joists over which wooden boards with a thick layer of mud topping is applied support the floors and roof. Traditional houses have some wood-reinforcement which can improve houses performance during an earthquake. Traditional houses have two complete frames of timber (tied to each other) around the openings to strengthen it against lateral force. Also location of openings has been carefully controlled keeping all windows at least 3 feet away from corners so as not to weaken them. One remarkable feature of the traditional houses of Kathmandu is the system of "Chokus"- that is the timber wedges used to secure various joists in timber member. Generally, floor joists are held tightly to wall by putting wedges on both sides of the wall rather than inserting inside it. This way, the joint becomes a pinned joint rather than a rigid joint, because if one blows up the joint between wedges and wall there will still be a tolerance between the wall and wedge. Due to this gap between wedge and wall, load transfer from one wall to another will not be complete until the floor joists moves through this tolerance (or gap) during earthquake. PATAN It is one of the major cities of Nepal located in the south-central part of Kathmandu Valley. It is best known for its rich cultural heritage, particularly its tradition of arts and crafts. It is called city of festival and feast, fine ancient art, making of metallic and stone carving statue. The city was initially designed in the shape of the Buddhist Dharma-Chakra (Wheel of Righteousness). The four thurs or mounds on the perimeter of Patan are ascribed around, one at each corner of its cardinal 3

5 points, which are popularly known as Asoka Stupas. Legend has it that Emperor Asoka (the legendary King of India) visited with his daughter Charumati to Kathmandu in 250 BC and erected five Asoka Stupas, four in the surrounding and one at the middle of the Patan. The size and shape of these stupas seem to breathe their antiquity in a real sense. There are more than 1,200 Buddhist monuments of various shapes and sizes scattered in and around the city. The most important monument of the city is Patan Durbar Square, which has been listed by UNESCO as one of seven Monument Zones that make up the Kathmandu Valley World Heritage Site. The seven monument zones were included in the World Heritage List in 1979 as one integrated site. The monument zones are declared as protected and preserved according to the Monuments Preservation Act of Patan City was planned in Vihars and Bahils. Out of 295 Vihars and Bahils of the valley 56% of them are in Patan. The water conduits, stone spouts, Jaladroni (water tanks), artistic gate ways, Hindu temples and Buddhist Vihars adorn the city. The inbuilt cultural heritage like the royal palace, with intricately carved doors and windows and beautiful courtyards adorned with exquisite icons enhance the beauty of the city. Such art pieces are found in stone, metal, terracotta ivory and other objects. All these artifacts exhibit artistic excellence of the craftsmen and the whole city looks like an open museum. Framing on the doors Water Supply system from ancient times 4

6 Dome shaped framing of widows Mughal influence Timber Jolted framing in the windows UNESCO preserved palace at Patan 5

7 Bhaktapur Located about 20 km east of Kathmandu in the Kathmandu Valley, Bhaktapur is known as the 'City of Devotees', the 'City of Culture', the 'Living Heritage', and 'Nepal's Cultural Gem'. It is one of the 3 royal cities in the Kathmandu Valley. The others are Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal and Patan. Bhaktapur is filled with monuments, most terra-cotta with carved wood columns, palaces and temples with elaborate carvings, gilded roofs, and open courtyards. The city is dotted with pagodas and religious shrines. Municipality in the area is very aware and working hard to maintain the old structures using traditional knowledge Municipality has renovated the 6 old structures in traditional style

8 Usage of bands Old temple survived major earthquakes as was well maintained Struts being crafted in the traditional style for replacement Temple damaged during one of the earthquakes due to non maintenance 7

9 Panauti Panauti, a small town located 32 km Southeast of Kathmandu, found in the central regions of Nepal. Panauti is a historical city found in Nepal, as it was originally a small state given by King Bhupatindra Malla as a dowry to his sister. This town has a population of under 10,000 people and a few prominent icons, such as the Indreswor temple and Durbar square found in the town center. At the end of the 13th Century, Panauti was finally integrated into the unified kingdom of Nepal, along with Kathmandu, Patan, andbhaktapur, which are all former capital cities of the Kathmandu valley. Panauti, consists of a variety of Buddhist and Hindu religious monuments, and is considered to be one of the area s most important medieval sites. Panauti is quaint and interesting destination of Nepal. It feels as if has been left exactly the way the founders had built the town. A nostalgic atmosphere covers the narrow town streets and ancient structures. It is known as a Newari town that is located near Roshi khola & Punyamata Khola. Panauti can be easily reach from Kathmandu, which is at a distance of 32 km south-east. As many villages and town of Newars, Panauti is also steeped in culture and tradition. Visitors will often find colorful stones, petals and other items that are laid out on the pavement to welcome everyone with great hospitality. Panauti, situated at the confluence of the two rivers Rosi and Punyamati, has been regarded as an important religious site since very early times. In Nepali society, such river scared places. A visit or just an ablution in such places enables man to be freed from many sins and anxieties. Moreover, it is also believed that at Panauti, in addition to aforesaid two rivers, a third river Lilawati also converges making it again a tri-junction called Triveni. However, the last one is said to be visible only to the sheers and the intellectuals. The presence of this at Panauti has added and remarkably enhanced its religious sanctity and popularity as well. On account of this, every festive occasion, a great number of devotees from all across the country pour here for a holy ablution and to pay homage to the nearby Indreshwor Mahadev Temple and other holy sites located here. The site is also regarded as Prayagtirtha of Nepal. Panauti is one of the oldest towns in Nepal, consisting of many temples that are still present till this day dating back to the 15th Century or earlier. It has been debated that Panauti was founded by Ananda Malla ( BC), others believe that there is a golden scripture dated 1385, which is located within the Indreswor temple stating that King Harisingh Dev founded the town. The Indreswor temple is one of the largest and tallest pagoda style temples in Nepal. It was originally built over a lingam in 1294, making it the oldest surviving temple of Nepal. The 8

10 roof struts embellishing the two lower stories of the temple are distinct Nepalese woodcarving and architecture. The upper section of the temple is hung with pots and pans, offerings from young married couples hoping for a happy and prosperous family life. Unfortunately, the 1998 earthquake caused considerable damage and the building is still awaiting for restoration. Other than this temple, there is also the king s palace, which has yet to be excavated to a larger extent in order to reveal more about Panauti. Nevertheless, there are many artifacts and remnants such as stone taps, bricks, water wells and coins found amongst some of the excavated sections of the palace. Although Panauti was founded independently, as time went on the influence of Bhaktapur (an ancient Newar town in the east corner from Katmandu) increased and later became part of Bhaktapur up until the 18th Century. In 1763, King Prithvi Narayan Shah annexed Panauti to the larger and greater Nepal. 600 yrs old Indreswor Temple Old House in Panauti Open Space in the Market for people to assemble Wooden Bands for stability 9

11 Newly constructed house in old design Lanes with old construction Ancient temple on the river banks 10

12 Meeting with NSET staff on Outcome Mapping (Khadga, Nisha, Bhubneshwari & Shalini) A run through of the Outcome mapping concept was done with the help of the power point presentation. After discussion, the Vision, Mission and Outcome Challenges for the project were designed. During the discussion it emerged that there are 5 Boundary partners who would be directly involved in the entire process. Research & Academia Government officials, VDCs, Municipalities Local CSOs & Networks Local Media Masons & Construction Technicians Detailed Discussion was held on formulating the progress markers. The first part (EXPECT TO SEE) was to sensitize the Boundary partners and bring them on the same page of understanding. The second part (LIKE TO SEE) entailed moving head one step further and asking them to transfer the knowledge further in the communities. The third step (LOVE TO SEE) entailed profound transformation and would not be easy to detect. However, the first two phases (EXPECT TO SEE & LIKE TO SEE) could be tracked by engaging them in the entire process and maintaining regular communication n with them. It was thought to be imperative to push from the very beginning that knowledge needs to be transferred by all Boundary Partners involved and principally they should agree to do so. The first phase (EXPECT TO SEE) would involve all activities carried out by NSET to engage with these Boundary Partners and sensitizing them. The evidence of activities carried out in doing so would act as indicators. It was deemed important to keep track of the number of participants reached out during the first (ACTIVITIES DONE BY NSET) and the second phase (REACH OUT THROUGH BOUNDARY PARTNERS) (to estimate the number reached for the project). Apart from these there should be evidences like reports, write ups, power points, papers, IEC materials, Models, Curriculums developed, photographs, articles, newspaper clippings etc. It was realized that it is not necessary to measure the impact of the project during its span but results could be achieved later on too. The formats for Boundary partners were developed and possible activities and evidence listed. It was also decided to keep track of the CHALLENGES, ENABLING FACTORS, DISABLING FACTORS, SPINOFFS, NO OF BENEFICIARIES REACHED, PHOTOGRAPHS, and RESPONSE for all Boundary partners. During the Meeting with Mr. Surya Shrestha, it was discussed that OM needs to be followed. There is need to maintain regular dialogue with Boundary Partners to gauge the impact. The impact will not come during the project span hence needs to be tracked. The campaign activities & material should be designed in consultation with BOUNDARY PARTNERS. Evidences need to be recorded. Project needs to be well documented. 11

13 The Formats Designed can be simplified by NSET if they feel but the components of Sensitization & Knowledge Transfer to be kept for all BPs Not all BPs will carry forward the message but effort needs to be put from our side in motivating and capturing the progress. NSET has already drafted questionnaires for field survey and will be starting study in Eastern & Western Nepal In September Enumerators will be illiterate people to carry out the survey and handle volume of task. Professionals would be social & technical experts who would further analyse the data. For validation process, (EGM) workshop would be organized where researchers, professors, Universities and Community practitioners would be present and they would subjectively promote and justify the process. Project Title: Traditional Wisdom of Earthquake Resistant Building Construction in Nepal Project Area: Solukhumbu Area located in the Everest region of Nepal Kali Gandaki valley which lies in central Nepal Central part of the hill area from east to west, area of Gurungs and Magars, the local ethnic groups Three areas of Kathmandu Valley covering Kathmandu, Lalitpur and Bhaktapur Period: 6 Months Background: The people inhabiting the rugged Himalayan terrain in Nepal had witnessed the fury of earthquakes ever since they chose to settle in this land and accepting the challenge put forth by nature. They attempted ways of protecting them and their community from the wrath of nature. There exist evidences that the elements of earthquake-resistant structural designs had evolved in various parts of the country. The technologies have transferred from one generation to another generation through a specific group of people who were specialized in the field of building houses in a very informal way. These practices are still continuing today. However some have remained just as rituals or have lost their logic in due course of time. There are basically two reasons for the change in this traditionally rich earthquake resistant construction practices. First is the advancement in building construction materials and technologies and second as there are no smart ways in place to properly conserve and manage traditional wisdom. All socio-cultural and technological beliefs and practices reflecting the traditional wisdom are important as they are related to preparedness, emergency and recovery for different situation before, during and after the earthquake. But safer building construction practices as a preparedness mechanism is the most important for many reasons. Majority of the human casualties are caused due to damage of the buildings in developing country like Nepal where Building Code implementation is a great challenge. Most of buildings even today are constructed by local masons and technicians across the country. Hence there is a need to explore and recognize 12

14 these hidden treasures and validate this through modern scientific knowledge in making safer communities. 2. Project Summary Vision: (Why) (about the future, idealistic, not about the program) Disaster resilient communities through Indigenous knowledge & technology on earthquake safe building construction Mission: (Activities How?) (Identifies activities and relationships, about the program To identify the traditional wisdom & practices on earthquake building construction in Nepal, validate through scientific knowledge, and disseminate to wider stakeholders. Boundary Partners: (Those individuals, groups, & organizations with whom a program interacts directly to effect change & with whom the program can anticipate some opportunities for influence) 1. Masons & Construction technicians 2. Local CSOs & Network, Toll lane organizations (TLO), Toll Sudhar Samiti (TSS), /Gutthis 3. Research Organizations/ Academia 4. Government t officials- Village Development Committee (VDCs)/ Municipalities 5. Local Media Outcome Challenges: (Behaviour of a single BP, sets out ideal actions, relationships, activities, and BP s contribution to the vision) 1. Masons & Engineers are making use of the indigenous technology in the construction works. They are sensitizing other engineers, masons, and construction workers, house owners to adopt and propagate these practices. Masons & construction technicians try to influence local communities and generate awareness amongst them regarding the usage of practice. Progress Markers: (changed behaviour of the BP, can be monitored & observed, graduated to preliminary to profound change) Expect to See Masons & Construction technicians are sensitized on the practice and willing to use it in their construction works undertaken by them Like to See Masons & construction technicians are able to demonstrate and share across other construction workers, local officials, communities the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Love to See Become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. The indigenous technology becomes integral part of the construction practice at the local level. 13

15 2. Local CSOs & Network /TLO/Gutthis/Toll Sudhar Samiti Local CSOs & Network /TLO/Gutthis/Toll Sudhar Samiti groups are taking action to sensitize the community making them more responsive to this practice. They influence masons associations, and construction workers to incorporate these indigenous practices to make communities resilient. Progress Markers: Expect to See Local CSOs & Network /TLO/Gutthis/Toll Sudhar Samiti groups are sensitized on the traditional practice & willing to transfer the knowledge Local CSOs have new tools for promotion Like to See Local CSOs & Network /TLO/Gutthis/Toll Sudhar Samiti are able to demonstrate and share across communities, construction workers, local officials, the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Love to See Become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. The indigenous technology becomes integral part of the construction practice in the communities 3. Research Organizations/ Academia Research organizations & academia take action to further research and validate the practice. They influence the curriculum of educational institutions. They influence other stakeholders CSOs, networks and communities through their findings. They also influence the present construction practices of the country. Progress Markers: Expect to See Research institutes & academia are sensitized on the traditional practice and willing to validate the knowledge Like to See Research institutes are able to further demystify, demonstrate the value of improved knowledge and transfer the practice for assisting vulnerable people. Validation of other traditional practices. Love to See Become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. Indigenous technology becomes part of the educational curriculum 4. Government officials- Village Development Committee (VDCs)/ Municipalities Government officials- Village Development Committee (VDCs)/ Municipalities are sensitized on the practice and make provisions for incorporating these practices while they issue 14

16 building permit. They influence the central and the National government officials. They help influence the present construction practices of the country. Expect to See Government officials- Village Development Committee (VDCs)/ Municipalities are sensitized on the practice. Like to See Government officials, Village Development Committee (VDCs)/ Municipalities are able to share across local government officials and convince them about the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Love to See Become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. Indigenous technology becomes part of the building codes in the country 5. Local Media Local media are sensitized on the traditional practice and play vital role in the dissemination of knowledge and sensitizing the community at the grass root level. Media works to further sensitize and influence various stakeholders. Expect to See Local Media are sensitized on the practice. Like to See Media are able to demonstrate and share across communities, construction workers, local officials, the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Love to See Media become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. Indigenous technology becomes part of the building codes in the country. 15

17 OUTCOME MAPPING FORMAT (Government officials, VDCs & Municipalities ) (Grassroots Innovations) SNO PROGRESS MARKERS BOUNDARY PARTNERS INPUT INDICATORS OUTPUT INDICATORS PROGRESS EXPECT TO SEE: Government officials- Village Development Committee (VDCs)/ Municipalities are sensitized on the practice. Activities for linking up with Government officials, VDCs & Municipalities on the traditional practice Awareness generation & information dissemination Government officials, VDCs & Municipalities Government officials, VDCs & Municipalities Workshops & training, interactive sessions are carried out at various locations in Nepal campaign initiated with participation of masons & Engineers 16 Documentation & Report Grassroots action in collaboration with local government and other stakeholders for disaster risk reduction Reports Photographs Numbers of participants Details of logistics arrangements IEC material developed Tools & Models used DVD & documentaries Report / Photographs No of participants LIKE TO SEE: Government officials, Village Development Committee (VDCs)/ Municipalities are able to share across local government officials and convince them about the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Activities carried out by Government officials, VDCs & Municipalities to share the knowledge with Central & national level officials Establish partnership with communities Government officials, VDCs & Municipalities Government officials, VDCs & Municipalities Workshops & training, sessions, interactive, papers, meetings are carried out at various locations in Nepal Efforts to influence the building codes Share & Transfer these practices at the local level Influence on Construction building codes Practice made mandatory issue of building permit based on this Reports Photographs Numbers of participants Details of logistics arrangements Sessions with communities, Local officials etc Change in criteria of issuing building permits Building permits issued Testimonies LOVE TO SEE: Become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. The indigenous technology becomes integral part of the construction practice by masons & engineers Government officials, VDCs & Municipalities has actively contributed in Government officials, VDCs &

18 enhancing existing methodologies and standards based on combination of scientific knowledge and local wisdom. Municipalities Description of Change : Contributing factors and actors: Sources of evidence: Unanticipated change: Contribution to AusAid comprehensive Aid framework: Contribution to HFA priority: Lessons / Required program changes/ Reactions: 17

19 OUTCOME MAPPING FORMAT ( Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Gutthis) (Grassroots Innovations) SNO PROGRESS MARKERS BOUNDARY PARTNERS INPUT INDICATORS OUTPUT INDICATORS PROGRESS EXPECT TO SEE : The Local CSOs & Networks are sensitized on the traditional practice and willing to transfer the knowledge Activities for linking up & sensitization Collaborative Learning activities Awareness generation & information dissemination Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Guthis Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Guthis Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Guthis Workshops & training are carried out at various locations in Nepal Hands on training / Interaction or technical session organized campaign initiated with participation of various stakeholders Documentation & Report Training material & report Grassroots action in collaboration with local government and other stakeholders for disaster risk reduction Reports Photographs Numbers of participants Details of logistics arrangements Reports Photographs Numbers of participants Details of logistics arrangements Any models used Training material Social Media used IEC material developed Tools & Models used DVD & documentaries Report / Photographs No of participants Checklist Games LIKE TO SEE: Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS and Gutthis are able to demonstrate and share across communities, construction workers, local officials, the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Activities carried out by Local CSOs & Networks to share the knowledge with other stakeholders Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Guthis Workshops & training, sessions, interactive meetings are carried out at various locations in Nepal Documentation & Report Reports Photographs Numbers of participants 18

20 Participation in meetings promoting innovation, local knowledge i.e. local technologies for risk reduction, local processes for risk reduction Establish partnership with governmental agencies & organizations Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Guthis Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Guthis Participation in events promoting innovation and local knowledge. Sessions & orientations organized to enhance their knowledge Case studies and innovative practices shared during the Influence the government t to make changes in construction process Details of the events available Presentation & paper available No of participants Testimonies Meetings carried out with local officials Minutes of the meeting Establish partnership with other masons association or academia Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Guthis Larger dissemination of the identified local knowledge through related websites Whetting of identified traditional knowledge with academic partners for larger dissemination Knowledge about the traditional practice taught in construction practices LOVE TO SEE: The CSOS & Networks become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. The indigenous technology becomes integral part of the construction practice in the communities NSET has actively contributed in enhancing existing methodologies and standards based on combination of scientific knowledge and local wisdom. Description of Change : Local CSOs & Networks, TLO, TSS, Guthis Contributing factors and actors: Sources of evidence: Unanticipated change: Contribution to AusAid comprehensive Aid framework: 19

21 Contribution to HFA priority: Lessons / Required program changes/ Reactions: 20

22 SNO PROGRESS MARKERS BOUNDARY PARTNERS EXPECT TO SEE: Local Media are sensitized on the practice. Activities for linking up with Local media OUTCOME MAPPING FORMAT (Local Media) (Grassroots Innovations) Local Media INPUT INDICATORS OUTPUT INDICATORS PROGRESS Workshops & training, interactive sessions are carried out at various locations in Nepal Documentation & Report Reports Photographs Numbers of participants LIKE TO SEE: Media are able to demonstrate and share across communities, construction workers, local officials, the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Awareness generation & information dissemination Local Media Launching of Campaign Grassroots action in collaboration with local government and other stakeholders for disaster risk reduction Communities become sensitized IEC material developed Tools & Models used DVD & documentaries Photographs Coverage Articles Social Media Community radio Jingles, Hoardings, announcements LOVE TO SEE: Local Media become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. The indigenous technology becomes integral part of the construction practice by masons & engineers Media actively contributed in enhancing existing methodologies and standards based on combination of scientific knowledge and local wisdom. Description of Change : Local Media 21

23 Contributing factors and actors: Sources of evidence: Unanticipated change: Contribution to AusAid comprehensive Aid framework: Contribution to HFA priority: Lessons / Required program changes/ Reactions: 22

24 OUTCOME MAPPING FORMAT ( Masons & Construction technicians) (Grassroots Innovations) SNO PROGRESS MARKERS BOUNDARY PARTNERS INPUT INDICATORS OUTPUT INDICATORS PROGRESS EXPECT TO SEE : The Masons & Construction technicians are sensitized on the traditional practice and willing to use it in their construction works undertaken by them Activities for linking up with masons & construction technicians on the traditional practice Masons & Construction Technicians Workshops & training, interactive sessions are carried out at various locations in Nepal Documentation & Report Reports Photographs Numbers of participants Details of logistics arrangements Collaborative Learning activities with masons & Construction technicians Masons & Construction Technicians Hands on training / Interaction or technical session organized Training material & report Reports Photographs Numbers of participants Details of logistics arrangements Awareness generation & information dissemination Masons & Construction Technicians campaign initiated with participation of masons & Engineers Grassroots action in collaboration with local government and other stakeholders for disaster risk reduction Any models used Training material IEC material developed Tools & Models used DVD & documentaries Report / Photographs/ posters No of participants LIKE TO SEE: Masons & construction technicians are able to demonstrate and share across other construction workers and communities the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Activities carried out by masons & technicians to share the knowledge with other masons association & communities Masons & Construction Technicians Workshops & training, sessions, interactive meetings are carried out at various locations in Nepal Documentation & Report Reports Photographs Numbers of participants Details of logistics arrangements Sessions with communities, Local officials etc 23

25 LOVE TO SEE: Become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. The indigenous technology becomes integral part of the construction practice by masons & engineers Masons & technicians has actively contributed in enhancing existing methodologies and standards based on combination of scientific knowledge and local wisdom. Description of Change : Masons & Construction Technicians Contributing factors and actors: Sources of evidence: Unanticipated change: Contribution to AusAid comprehensive Aid framework: Contribution to HFA priority: Lessons / Required program changes/ Reactions: 24

26 OUTCOME MAPPING FORMAT ( Research Organizations & Academia) (Grassroots Innovations) SNO PROGRESS MARKERS BOUNDARY PARTNERS INPUT INDICATORS OUTPUT INDICATORS PROGRESS EXPECT TO SEE : The Research Organizations & Networks are sensitized on the traditional practice and willing to validate the knowledge Activities for linking up with Research institutions & academia Research Organizations & Academia Workshops & training are carried out at various locations in Nepal Documentation & Report Reports Photographs Numbers of participants Collaborative Learning activities to acquire indepth knowledge on the traditional practice Awareness generation & information dissemination Research Organizations & Academia Research Organizations & Academia Further research carried out on the practice. Tie up with academia to promote practice in curriculum campaign initiated Report & Documentation Print material in various journals, Course designed, Reports, FGDs Photographs Numbers of participants Any models used Training material Modules & educational material Articles used Course designed Sharing on information on various platforms IEC material developed Tools & Models used DVD & documentaries Report / Photographs No of participants Checklist Games LIKE TO SEE: Research Institutes are able to further demystify, demonstrate and transfer the value of improved knowledge in assisting vulnerable people. 25

27 Activities carried out by Research Institutes & Academics to share the knowledge with other stakeholders Participation in meetings promoting innovation, local knowledge i.e. local technologies for risk reduction, local processes for risk reduction Establish partnership with CSOs & Networks & school teachers Research Organizations & Academia Research Organizations & Academia Research Organizations & Academia Creating scholarship courses, Creating mandatory provisions for Universities Research carried out on other traditional practices Participation in events promoting innovation and local knowledge. Validating the knowledge scientifically Mobilizing teachers & school communities Courses introduce, further research Practice & concepts are further demystified Case studies and innovative practices shared Papers & reports shared with CSOs School teachers are sensitized Course curriculum, Universities adopting it in educational curriculum Students enrolled Testimonies of students Other practices are researched- detail Checklist produced Details of the events available Presentation & paper available No of participants Testimonies Meetings carried out with CSOs Minutes of the meeting No of teachers reached Activities with teachers LOVE TO SEE: The Research Institutes & Academia become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. The indigenous technology becomes integral part of the construction practice in the communities Research Organizations & Academia has actively contributed in enhancing existing methodologies and standards based on combination of scientific knowledge and local wisdom. Description of Change : Research Organizations & Academia Contributing factors and actors: 26

28 Sources of evidence: Unanticipated change: Contribution to AusAid comprehensive Aid framework: Contribution to HFA priority: Lessons / Required program changes/ Reactions: 27

29 SNO PROGRESS MARKERS BOUNDARY PARTNERS OUTCOME MAPPING FORMAT Secretariat (Grassroots Innovations) INPUT INDICATORS OUTPUT INDICATORS PROGRESS EXPECT TO SEE : Be able to transfer, share, and validate knowledge on disaster resilience to vulnerable people in at least 10 countries and 50 communities across Asia-Pacific Grassroots action projects are initiated in selected countries Members Ground work started in locations identified Report & documentation Documentation of field level experiences Awareness generation & information dissemination Members Members Documentation in at least 2 locations across Asia-Pacific, published in Ground Truth - Occasional Paper Series campaign initiated in at least 2 countries with participation of most vulnerable section of communities Joint publications and peer reviewed articles in journals Grassroots action in collaboration with local government and other stakeholders for disaster risk reduction LIKE TO SEE: Able to demonstrate and share across other networks, the value of improved knowledge and innovation in assisting vulnerable people. Annual update and reporting in Annual General Assembly Participation in regional meetings promoting innovation, local knowledge i.e. local technologies for risk reduction, local processes for risk reduction Members Members Special sessions organized in Annual General Assembly Participation in at events promoting innovation and local knowledge Thematic clusters created within ADRRN to promote grassroots innovation, knowledge Case studies and innovative practices shared during the 28

30 Establish partnership with academia for verification of traditional knowledge with scientific knowledge Members Larger dissemination of the identified local knowledge through related websites Whetting of identified traditional knowledge with academic partners for larger dissemination LOVE TO SEE: Become the enablers in significantly improving the quality, effectiveness and outreach of humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable people in the region. ADRRN has actively Members contributed in enhancing existing methodologies and standards based on combination of scientific knowledge and local wisdom. Description of Change : Contributing factors and actors: Sources of evidence: Unanticipated change: Contribution to AusAid comprehensive Aid framework: Contribution to HFA priority: Lessons / Required program changes/ Reactions: 29

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