In developing countries, land tenure plays a critical role in food security and as a foundation to escape poverty. Furthermore, when not managed in an equitable and transparent manner, land rights can be the cause of violent conflicts. As such, land represents a political and economic challenge that no country can ignore.

The rights to land ownership, access, use and management are often ill-defined. In many developing countries, for instance, there is a strong dichotomy between the formal and customary law. Large numbers of rural stakeholders have no access to formal land rights. This population is therefore vulnerable and without the tools to escape poverty.

For more information about IDLO’s Land Law program, contact the Land Law Team