Theories of Change and Results Chains

The workshop aimed to generate awareness for GESI sensitivity in the workplace and project practices, while also providing managerial knowledge of concepts and methods for participants to integrate GESI into the project cycle. The workshop was led and facilitated by Dr. Barun Gurung, and it was attended by staff members from Paani central and field offices, federations, and grantees. The workshop was organized into three modules: Gender Analysis Planning, Developing Goals for Integration, and Identifying Risks and Means of Verification. The first day focused on introducing participants to GESI concepts, while the second day covered gender analysis planning. The third day focused on developing goals for integration, identifying risks, and verifying means of verification. During the workshop, participants expressed keen interest in engaging with GESI methods and tools, both in reflecting on their own individual identity and social processes, as well as in project planning and implementation. However, they also expressed the need for additional capacity development for a more understanding and application of GESI methods into their work practices. The workshop proceedings highlighted the importance of self-internalizing GESI concepts, tools, and tools at work. The Deputy Chief of Party, Ms. Ilu Basnyat, emphasized the need to avoid further conflict based on gender, identity, resources, and resources. Participants shared their understanding of GESI concepts, challenges in application, and internalizing GESI in everyday life and households. The workshop generated a range of outputs, including a workshop agenda, summary of exercises, and key gender definitions. The outputs were intended to support the Paani project in integrating GESI into its planning and implementation. The Paani project aims to enhance Nepal's ability to manage water resources for multiple uses and users, while adapting to climate change and conserving freshwater biodiversity. The project focuses on the Karnali, Mahakali, and Rapti river basins, and it has a budget of approximately $5 million. The project's objectives include reducing threats to freshwater biodiversity and increasing the ability of human and ecological communities to adapt to climate change. The Paani project has a five-year duration, and it is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The project's implementation is led by DAI Global LLC, and it involves a range of stakeholders, including staff members from Paani central and field offices, federations, and grantees. The project's outputs include a range of knowledge products, including a GESI mainstreaming guideline, training manuals, and a payment-for-results approach. The project's recommendations include developing a GESI mainstreaming guideline, training manuals, and a payment-for-results approach. The project's leadership is encouraged to consider focusing on capacity development and adopting GESI-related outcome indicators in the project's monitoring and evaluation system. The Paani project's implementation is expected to have a range of impacts, including reducing threats to freshwater biodiversity and increasing the ability of human and ecological communities to adapt to climate change. The project's outputs and recommendations are intended to support the Paani project in achieving its objectives and making a positive impact on Nepal's water resources and communities.