Knowledge
This section contains knowledge produced by third parties, in the form of references, documents for downloading, websites, etc. This section is called “knowledge” for two reasons: (1) It contains data and information that exist in different media, including CD-ROMs, literature (published and grey), websites, and video and (2) The emphasis is not on data and information per se but in context, which is knowledge. The knowledge is largely intended to support Supras’ core Service areas, and is organized according to five of Supras’ service areas (excluding the area of Webservices). In some cases the knowledge can be downloaded. In addition, literature on specific Topics are included.
The knowledge included here is considered of special importance for Supras own work, in connection with the Vision, Strategy and Profile, and in connection with the core Service areas.
Documents produced by Supras are available in sections Portfolio and Library. A list of the sources for Supras’ Profile is available here.
- Networking
- Focused around the use of ICTs (specifically the Internet and email) to build, manage and promote online communities of practice (COPS) and networks in the area of natural resource management. [more]
- Projects
- Operational work in the area of natural resource management and knowledge management and strategic communication. Covers also relevant social science methodologies. [more]
- Publishing
- Publishing – in general dissemination – of data and findings pertaining to natural resource management, knowledge management and strategic communication, especially via the Internet and using online COPs and networks. [more]
- Research
- As related to a number of related issues, inter alia, culture and natural resource management, ICTs and development, knowledge management, language and communication, networking and strategic communication. [more]
- Training and capacity building
- As related, in particular, to natural resource management, knowledge management and networking. [more]
- Topics
- This category, not a core service area, nonetheless contains issues and concerns – sometimes of an ancillary nature – that are important to Supras. [more]