This film documents the impact of Oxfam Canada’s DAFT intervention among the people of Ampara.
In the wake of the Tsunami of December 2004, Oxfam Canada interventions, spanning 32 villages and around 3000 people across Ampara District, aimed to create new livelihood opportunities for women and men and provide them with sustainable sources of water. The strategies included the Diversified Alternative Farming Technology (DAFT) initiative, the setting up of a Sustainable Agricultural Resource Centre, formation of Self Help Groups for livelihood and income generating activities and establishing access to sources of water.
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One of our projects located in Kamuli district, Uganda. Selected ISU students and faculty work in cross-culture teams with counterparts at Makerere University school children learn about agriculture, health, nutrition, and sanitation. The hands-on curriculum facilitates working together to grow bananas, sweet potatoes, cassava, maize, fruits, and vegetables. Harvested food is used to enhance the nutritional and caloric value of the school lunches. Working together with Volunteer Efforts for Development Concerns (VEDCO) and Makerere University, the Center for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods is making a difference in world hunger. This program is able to continue thanks to generous contributions. If you are interested in learning more about our programs, please, visit us at http://www.srl.ag.iastate.edu/. If you would like to make a contribution please go to http://www.srl.ag.iastate.edu/gift/. Together we can transform the world!
This film documents the impact of Oxfam Canada’s Women’s Empowerment Self Help Groups intervention among the people of Ampara.