Philippines, in the Eastern Visayas region and in the provinces of Leyte, Samar and Eastern Samar.
Septiembre de 2015 a septiembre de 2019
5500 households, 27,500 people
- Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
- Center for Emergency Aid and Rehabilitation Inc. (CONCERN Inc.)
AMC: 6,593,556 $CAN
CECI (counterpart) : 204 179 $CAN
The very first objective of climate-sensitive agriculture is to adopt means of production that are more resilient to climate change. In collaboration with the Filipino ministry, CECI and partner CONCERN Inc. will implement capacity-building activities for farmers. The objective is to foster the diversification of agricultural production by introducing more resistant crops and encouraging the adoption of new production techniques. This will allow the population to eat well and be less vulnerable to natural disasters. Furthermore, new economic opportunities will arise from the increased demand for transformed agricultural products. These opportunities will create new jobs and broaden the economic outlets.
Collaborating with fishermen and government agencies, the project works to restore and protect coral reefs and mangroves, two ecosystems that were devastated by Typhoon Haiyan. A consultation mechanism including all the fishermen will also be implemented. Its objective will be to build awareness among the local communities of the devastating environmental and human effects of fishing with dynamite and cyanide. Sustainable alternatives will be brought forward as possible replacement solutions.
The project is also putting mechanisms in place to mitigate the effects of climate-related disasters on the local population, for example by anticipating the risks. An alert system and an evacuation plan will be implemented for the intervention regions in collaboration with district authorities and the local population. Solar-powered evacuation centres will be built. Lastly, access ways to caves, identified as emergency shelters, will be constructed.
Improving access to professional technical training for unemployed people is an integral part of TUKOD. Many young people end up unemployed. For this reason, the project intends to offer technical training courses adapted to the needs of the regions where we work. Support will also be offered for the development of women-led businesses. Agri-food (chicken breeding) and abaca culture (plant whose fibre is commonly used in the production of paper and rope) will be the targeted sectors. These two sectors show great potential, and both would bring benefits to the whole community. Awareness-building initiatives with micro-credit organizations that could invest in these businesses will also be conducted.
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See the documentary video showcasing the project's work to support the livelihoods of women affected by Typhoon Haiyan.
Discover the inspiring stories of the women and men farmers participating in the project, and th benefits of developing a climate-sensitive agriculture.
Learn about the Skills Development Program for women and youth participants in the project, supporting their access to employement.
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