Authors : Godfred Asante; Benzier Isaac Adu Okoore; Eric Amankwaa; Richard Nimako; Doris Fiassergbor

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 1 - January

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DOI : https://doi.org/ 10.5281/zenodo.14854508

Abstract : Vulnerable Communities worldwide face significant challenges in achieving sustainable livelihoods, exacerbating poverty, inequality, and social injustice. This study examine strategies for improving livelihoods in vulnerable Communities. With a focus on sustainable equity and community - led initiatives. A mixed - methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative data Collection and analysis method is employed. The study reveals that community - led initiatives, social capital, and access to education and healthcare are critical factors in improving livelihoods in vulnerable Communities. Additionally, the research highlights the importance of addressing structural barriers, such as poverty, inequality and discrimination, to achieve sustainable livelihoods. The study's findings contribute to the development of evidence - based policies and programs aimed at improving livelihoods in vulnerable Communities, promoting Sustainable development, and reducing poverty and inequality.

Keywords : Sustainable Livelihoods, Vulnerable Communities, Community - Led Initiatives, Social Capital, Education, Health Care, Sustainable Development.

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