Articles

Strengthening the Family for Quality and Sustainable Livelihood

Oguonu C. N.
Department of Public Administration and Local Government University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Published: August 31, 2024 Issue: Vol. 20 No. 2 (2014)

Abstract

This paper explores the possibilities of strengthening the family for
sustainable livelihood. The paper adopts the multidisciplinary approach
to deal with the multi-headed and multifaceted problems of the modern
family. Using documentary data, this paper argued that the modern
family is faced with enormous challenges and these challenges must be
counteracted if family members should live sustainably. Some of the
strategies for counteracting the family challenges were highlighted. The
paper also advances strategies to minimize extensive food importation in
most African countries.

Keywords: Family Sustainable Livelihood Multidisciplinary Education