Sahel Collaboration and Communication Activity Overview

This document is a technical report detailing the Sahel Collaboration and Communication (SCC) activity, which is part of USAID's efforts to enhance resilience in the Sahel region, specifically in Burkina Faso and Niger. The report outlines the socio-political challenges and environmental stresses faced by the region, including high poverty and food insecurity. It describes how USAID aims to help citizens adapt to these challenges through a portfolio focused on resilience, food security, health, economic growth, and social cohesion. The SCC activity promotes collaboration, learning, and adaptive management among implementing partners to strengthen collective actions toward increased resilience. The document also details the methods used in the SCC activity, such as workshops and knowledge management platforms, to facilitate information sharing and improve coordination among stakeholders. Additionally, it highlights the Collaboration, Learning and Adaptation (CLA) approach that enables partners to adjust development actions based on real-time research and results, ultimately driving better programming in various sectors.