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A '''livelihood''' refers to the means by which an individual or a group sustains their existence materially. This typically involves activities, entitlements, and assets that are used for making a living. Livelihood is not just about the 'job' or 'work' that someone does, but it encompasses all the different ways that individuals or households sustain their lives and meet their basic needs. [[Sustainable livelihood|Sustainable livelihoods]] are those that are resilient in the face of shocks and stresses, and that do not undermine the natural resource base. | A '''livelihood''' refers to the means by which an individual or a group sustains their existence materially. This typically involves activities, entitlements, and assets that are used for making a living. Livelihood is not just about the 'job' or 'work' that someone does, but it encompasses all the different ways that individuals or households sustain their lives and meet their basic needs. [[Sustainable livelihood|Sustainable livelihoods]] are those that are resilient in the face of shocks and stresses, and that do not undermine the natural resource base. | ||
[[Image:Detail-146215.jpg|thumb|center|A group of people engaged in various activities such as farming, fishing, and trading, signifying different forms of livelihood.]] | [[Image:Detail-146215.jpg|thumb|center|A group of people engaged in various activities such as farming, fishing, and trading, signifying different forms of livelihood.|class=only_on_mobile]] | ||
[[Image:Detail-146216.jpg|thumb|center|A group of people engaged in various activities such as farming, fishing, and trading, signifying different forms of livelihood.|class=only_on_desktop]] | |||
==Types of Livelihood== | ==Types of Livelihood== | ||