The LUS and QM maps were validated both through field visit conducted in 2012 by national and international experts and by comparison with other maps and satellite images. Also, experts participating at the QM participatory assessment were requested to analyze and assess map quality.  A second workshop was organized in in March 2012 to validate both LUS and QM quality.  Validated database was used to produce 80 maps including land degradation  type, status, trend, extent, direct and indirect causes, impacts, and land use change. Also, the map included SLM analysis such as type of SLM in place, extent, effectiveness, and best practices.

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