In this document, we explore concrete experiences from Farmer Field School (FFS) practitioners on the critical steps before launching an FFS programme on climate change.
Panelists:
• Okoth James – Senior Programme Officer, FAO
• Paul Mutungi – Agriculture Officer, FAO
• Tiko Hema – Specialist in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Training in the FFS Approach, FAO
Guiding question: What are the success factors and challenges in the preliminary phase of an FFS programme on climate change across different contexts?
Topics discussed: • Engaging partners and stakeholders • Training Master Trainers and Facilitators • Conducting preliminary studies • Organizing workshops for curriculum development
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