GeoTech4Tenure: Technical guide on combining geospatial technology and participatory methods for securing tenure rights

It is critical that land and natural resource tenure and governance are properly addressed in land-based investments. Secure tenure rights are key for enabling inclusive and sustainable development by rural communities. Conversely, not adequately addressing tenure issues increases the risks of excluding vulnerable groups, conflict or land grabbing.

This technical guide provides orientation for project designers and implementers on how to combine participatory methods and geomatics technology to strengthen legitimate tenure rights in land-based investments. It provides guidance on how to select the most appropriate technology for land recordation.

The guide has been developed as part of the GeoTech4Tenure learning programme in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.