Ghana: Co-production methodologies to deliver city-level flood resilience

In this series of video interviews, authors present their case studies that IAP recently published in collaboration with Save the Children in 'Climate Change and Health: Science-based Policy Solutions'.

In Tamale, Ghana, urban flooding is an escalating problem driven by climate change and rapid urbanization. This project, part of the Pathways to Equitable Healthy Cities partnership, aims to enable equitable climate adaptation by developing a comprehensive understanding of flood risk distribution and its drivers. A transdisciplinary team of researchers, including Cynthia Awuni and Ben Howard, collaborates closely with communities, traditional leaders, NGOs and government agencies to co-produce effective solutions.

The project utilizes a mixed-methods approach, combining interviews with diverse societal cross-sections, risk mapping exercises and innovative sensor technology deployment to gather critical data. This case study showcases the application of co-production methodologies to enhance city-level flood resilience and reduce health inequalities in Ghana.

Watch the full interview with Cynthia Awuni and Ben Howard to learn more about their impactful work:

Case Study Overview:

• Title: Co-production methodologies to deliver city-level flood resilience and reduce health inequalities in sub-Saharan Africa
• Featured Authors: Cynthia Awuni, University of Ghana and Imperial College London, and Ben Howard, Imperial College London
• Researchers: Ben C. Howard, Cynthia A. Awuni, Abeer Arif, Frans Berkhout, Wouter Buytaert, and Samuel Agyei-Mensah
• Focus: Addressing increasing flood risks in Tamale, Ghana, through co-production with local communities and stakeholders.
• Methodology: Mixed-methods approach, including interviews, risk mapping and sensor technology.
• Impacts: Equitable adaptation strategies to manage flood hazards and reduce vulnerability.

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