Our Livelihood and food security work focuses on the following thematic areas:
Increase access to sustainable water and sanitation services to reach the most vulnerable targeted areas and population. This includes communities living in remote rural areas, informal urban settlements, displaced populations, women, children, the elderly, and people with disabilities who often face the greatest barriers to access. The approach emphasizes the construction, rehabilitation, and upgrading of water supply systems such as boreholes, wells, and piped networks, alongside the development of improved sanitation facilities that are culturally appropriate and inclusive. Sustainability is prioritized by promoting climate-resilient technologies, protecting water sources, and establishing systems that can be locally maintained over time. By targeting the most vulnerable areas and populations, the intervention contributes to improved public health outcomes, reduced waterborne diseases, enhanced dignity, and increased resilience against environmental and climate-related shocks.
Increase awareness among target population and support in connection with safe environment and hygiene issues to reach them. This involves educating communities on key hygiene behaviors such as handwashing with soap, safe handling and storage of drinking water, menstrual hygiene management, food hygiene, and proper sanitation use. Awareness-raising activities also address broader environmental health issues, including solid waste management, clean household surroundings, and prevention of environmental contamination. Community engagement is central to this effort, using locally appropriate communication methods such as community meetings, school-based programs, radio messaging, and trained hygiene promoters. By strengthening knowledge and encouraging behavior change, communities are empowered to adopt healthier practices that reduce the risk of disease, improve living conditions, and foster a cleaner and safer environment.
Empower local community institutions and WASH authorities in target areas in managements of water and sanitation facilities. This includes building the technical, managerial, and financial capacities of community WASH committees, water user associations, and local government authorities responsible for service delivery. Support is provided through training on operation and maintenance of facilities, financial management, fee collection, planning, and monitoring. Institutional strengthening also involves clarifying roles and responsibilities, promoting inclusive participation—particularly of women and marginalized groups—and improving coordination between communities and authorities. By reinforcing local leadership and accountability, this approach ensures that water and sanitation facilities are properly managed, maintained, and sustained beyond the life of the project, contributing to lasting service delivery and community resilience.