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International Journal of Global Environmental Issues

International Journal of Global Environmental Issues (IJGEnvI)

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International Journal of Global Environmental Issues (3 papers in press)

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  • Key factors influencing effective landslide risk management: a guideline for institutional development in the Northern Mountainous Region of Vietnam   Order a copy of this article
    by Tran Van Dat, Pham Thi Diep, Md. Mainul Hasan 
    Abstract: Landslides pose severe threats to Northern Vietnam, yet management effectiveness is often hampered by a lack of evidence-based prioritisation. This study provides a comprehensive assessment of how local LRM activities, institutional frameworks, and policies collectively influence disaster risk reduction. Utilising EFA and multiple regression on 79 potential factors across seven provinces, the research identifies 32 critical determinants grouped into five strategic domains: 1) institutional strengthening; 2) legislative and policy development; 3) operation and management; 4) economic development and investment; 5) technology application. Findings reveal that LRM effectiveness is significantly driven by the synergy between grassroots execution and institutional governance (p < 0.05). By quantifying these complex interdependencies, this study offers a strategic guideline for institutional development. These insights provide a scientific roadmap for policymakers to bridge the gap between national policy and local implementation, optimising resource allocation for sustainable disaster resilience in mountainous regions.
    Keywords: action group; action framework; landslide risk management; Northern Vietnam.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJGENVI.2026.10079947
     
  • Understanding climate change risk perceptions and factors affecting adaptation measures in South-western Coastal Bangladesh   Order a copy of this article
    by Mahadi Hasan Bappy, Sajib Chowdhury, Sharmin Akter Keya 
    Abstract: Climate change in recent decades accounts for several environmental and meteorological challenges. Thus, this cross-sectional study aims to explore factors affecting peoples adaptation strategy choices for climate change. A multistage sampling procedure is used to select a sample of 200 households from south-western region of Bangladesh. Data is analysed through descriptive statistics and logistic regression. Summary statistics show that, households perceived climate change as excessive river bank erosion (98%), increase in temperature (60.5%), salinity increase (67%) and altering patterns of rainfall (71.5%). Moreover, respondents frequently use adaptation strategies that include seeking help from NGOs (57.5%), tree plantation (56.5%), changing crop variety (42%) and adjusting cropping time (38%). Regression results show that formal education of respondents has significant positive impact on several adaptation strategies to be chosen. In addition, training program, credit and extension services also affect peoples adaptation decisions positively. Therefore, policymakers should prioritise formal education especially in climate-vulnerable regions.
    Keywords: climate change; adaptation strategy; training; formal education; Bangladesh.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJGENVI.2026.10080091
     
  • From vulnerability to resilience: advancing sustainable livelihoods in the Indian Himalayan Region through social work and NGO engagement   Order a copy of this article
    by Roosen Kumar, Anamika Sharma, Chetna Sharma, Versha Kumari 
    Abstract: Issues concerning livelihood are persisting in the Indian Himalayan Region. The issues such as fragmented land holdings, extreme weather events, poor road transport, and limited connectivity with markets hamper the socio-economic conditions of the population. This research explores the contributions of social work and NGOs in developing livelihoods among communities residing in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, and the Eastern Himalayas, which includes aspects such as community mobilisation, capacity building through skills training, development of enterprises, improved links to marketplaces, and environmental conservation. Interventions that have been carried out include formation of self-help groups for organic farming, enhancement of the value chain of medicinal plants and handicrafts, and adoption of practices for climate resilient agriculture. The findings indicate that the participatory and flexible manner of intervention by the NGOs makes their approach more successful than any top-down initiatives, despite problems related to difficult terrains, lack of funds and shorter projects.
    Keywords: mountain; livelihoods; Indian Himalayan Region; IHR; social work; NGOs; sustainable development; livelihood security.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJGENVI.2026.10080122
     

 

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