What is a pro-poor land tool?
A pro poor land tool is a tool that will improve the lives of people living in poverty. In particular, a pro-poor land tool should strive (or should be seen) to: • Empower the poor and vulnerable part of the community. • Meet the needs of all the population including the poor. • Put emphasis on development sectors which have positive impacts and bearing on marginalized and vulnerable groups in a community. These sectors include agriculture (livelihood), education, health and water and sanitation. • Be sensitive to the needs and situation of the poor. • Protect the poor from abuse (human rights). • Encourage participation (voice) of the poor and grassroots communities. • Lead to an increase welfare of the less well-off in the community. • Increase net benefits/opportunities for the poor rather than further marginalize them. • Lead to poverty reduction. • Promote social justice in the access to urban land and housing. • Promote social inclusion.
