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Figure 3.1 Location of the field research
The survey sought to identify the ways households identify assets. In
addition to these activities, video images were recorded as a means of direct
observation so as to validate and/or obtain basic information on the economic
condition and level of services available in the area.
C ONCEPTUAL F RAMEWORK
The livelihoods system framework
Chambers and Conway (1992) state:
A livelihood comprises the capabilities, assets (including both
material and social resources) and activities required for a means