Youth engagement in restored watersheds of Sidama in Southern Ethiopia

The study explored youth participation, the benefits of their engagement, and the challenges they encounter in restored watershed areas in the Sidama region of Ethiopia. Data were collected through survey questionnaires, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews. Qualitative data were thematically coded and analyzed, while quantitative data were examined using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed substantial youth involvement across the planning, implementation, and evaluati