Achievements & Impact

Achievements in Environmental Protection

• 1,000 people were sensitized and trained about tree management and planting
• 75 acres of degraded landscapes have been fully restored
• 10,000 trees (fruit and non-fruit) were planted at different sites

Achievements in Livelihood

• 1,050 people were trained in new agriculture approaches (agroforestry, permaculture, etc.)
• 15 VSLA groups were supported with UGX 1,000,000 each, to boost their savings and businesses
• 15 VSLAs have been trained about proper financial and business management
• 1,500 kg of beans seeds and 500 kg of maize seeds were distributed to a group of 150 people
• 16 agricultural tools were offered to 25 households

Impact on Beneficiaries

Social Integration

Over 3 different refugee nationalities in 8 communities feel more connected to each other and to the broader community through various joint activities, namely tree planting, VSLAs programs and community gardens activities.

Skill Development

More than 1,200 people gained skills in new agriculture approach, business and financial management, tree planting, management and maintenance, that improved their food security and enhanced their agronomic know-hows.

Empowerment

200 people become more self-sufficient by growing their cash crop produces, running small businesses, which in turn helped them reduce the reliance on external aid.

Impact on the Community

• Improved soil fertility due to creating the contour ditches which helps in reducing soil erosion and run-offs
• Increased land productivity, because the land is now being used and applying organic manure before planting
• Improved food security, given the fact that the community members produce a variety of food crops in large quantities and have access to finance
• Economic empowerment through small businesses operating nearby and within the means of the community members