Training Resource Description
Fragility, conflict, and violence pose growing threats to state security, the economy, and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals in countries affected. Major challenges, such as a turbulent economy or a spike in violence, are sources of human insecurity that alter people’s way of life.
Working in fragile and conflict-affected areas comes with a number of difficulties, one of which is a lack of access. There is no safe access in areas where development, service delivery, or simply assisting people is most desperately needed. As a result, Earth Observation is extremely advantageous in these areas. Earth Observation satellites provide a safe and cost-effective way to get a comprehensive picture of the situation and assess the impact on assets, people, and land use and land cover. They also allow for regular monitoring of reconstruction efforts during the recovery phase.