Case Studies
Case studies focus on actual experiences implementing initiatives, projects, or programs. They generally follow a format which includes: identification of the case, i.e., the issue confronted and the actors involved; the agent(s) of change (people, policies, actions, approaches, etc.); the result (positive or negative); sustainability and replicability (in the case of positive change); and finally, lessons learned.

Community Based Natural Resource (CBNRM) Case Studies.

Over 400 case studies were submitted to the International Workshop on Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM), organized by the World Bank Institute, in Washington D.C., 10-14 May 1998. The SRDIS contains approximately 240 of these case studies, representing over 75 countries, covering all ecosystems and a wide spectrum of approaches and experiences.

Agricultural Knowledge and Information Systems (AKIS) Case Studies.

Since 1997, a World Bank group focusing on Agricultural Knowledge and Information Systems has been compiling and posting case studies on agricultural research, extension, and education, providing a means for practioners from throughout the world to share experiences. The case studies focus on issues such as: sustainable financing, privatization, participation, farmers organizations, decentralization, etc. There are approximately 30 AKIS case studies, representing as many countries.