1. Rural Development Division Features of 2006 WP

2. 13/12/2005 Firas Haider, Rural Development Division An Overview RDD as one of the NAPC Divisions focuses on: Rural livelihood The relationships between the rural sector & other sectors of the economy  RDD uses the methodology of sustainable livelihood approach

3. 13/12/2005 Firas Haider, Rural Development Division RDD Outputs Study on Non-Agricultural Income in Rural Areas Study on Poverty & Migration Trends in Rural Areas (published in 2007) Four working papers on poverty differences, rural infrastructure, non-ag. activities, women empowerment Two policy briefs on rural infrastructure & non- ag. activities Two policy notes on poverty differences & rural infrastructure

4. 13/12/2005 Firas Haider, Rural Development Division Activities RDD has no specialized periodic report Participation in SOFAS Participation in Agricultural Investment Map study One policy Forum on Non Agricultural Activities in Rural Areas

5. 13/12/2005 Firas Haider, Rural Development Division Non-Agricultural Activities in Rural Areas Objective Investigate and assess the extent and nature of non-farm activities in rural areas Develop a suitable methodology & conduct analysis in selected regions  A pilot study to test the methodology and gather first hand information  Assess the existence, relevance, characteristics of non-farm activities in rural areas

6. 13/12/2005 Firas Haider, Rural Development Division Poverty & Migration Trends Objective Define rural poverty Define appropriate indicators for analysis Analyze the relationship between rural poverty and migration The Project organizes a short course on poverty analysis methods to provide the required technical background for this study

7. 13/12/2005 Firas Haider, Rural Development Division Agricultural Investment Map Study carried out by the Project With the opportunity for one member of RDD to participate

8. 13/12/2005 Firas Haider, Rural Development Division Thank you for your attention