Progetti

BUILD Fund - Bamboo-UNCDF Initiative for the Least Developed Fund

01.10.2022 - 30.11.2027

By supporting the BUILD Fund, Switzerland seeks to increase access to financing by SDG oriented Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to create jobs, improve livelihoods for vulnerable and underserved groups and sustainably manage natural resources. By de-risking investment, this contribution will catalyse funding from the public and private sectors in agribusiness, financial inclusion, green economy and infrastructure initiatives in developing countries, in particular Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Emergency response to address immediate needs to flood affected population in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP)

07.09.2022 - 31.12.2022

Pakistan is experiencing extraordinary monsoon rainfalls in 2022. So far, Pakistan counts 1’300 loss of lives, 30 mio affected and 6.4 mio people in need of humanitarian assistance. The Swiss contribution to Helvetas will help to ease the immediate needs of communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province by focusing on food ratio distribution, non-food items /shelter, health and water/sanitation/hygiene equipment.

PROGOTI: Progressive Cultural Diversity for Social Change

01.09.2022 - 31.05.2027

PROGOTI aims to unlock the untapped potential of Bangladesh’s cultural sector for positive change and sustainable development. Guided by the principles of inclusivity and collaboration, it will empower artists and cultural actors, and foster freedom of expression through a robust network of champions advocating gender equality and social inclusion. Upholding Switzerland’s commitment to diversity and cultural exchange, it will encourage critical thinking and dialogue for a vibrant culture in Khulna and Jessore districts.

Gender equality through local civil society action in the Middle East and North Africa region (Gender Flagship MENA)

01.09.2022 - 31.08.2026

With slow progress in recent years, the MENA region scores poorly in terms of closing the gender gap. Amongst the various needs, are women’s political participation and empowerment, coupled with inclusion of marginalised communities, including the LGBTIQA+. The region is also home to a very vibrant, diversified civil society which – despite multiple restrictions – continues advocating for change and reforms, including in the gender realm. Switzerland strives to enable local civil society action to counter marginalisation and foster gender equality, ultimately benefiting the entire population.

Multi-purpose Cash Assistance to earthquake affected households in four districts of Paktika and Khost provinces

01.09.2022 - 28.02.2023

On June 2022 a severe earthquake caused wide-scale destruction in southern-eastern Afghanistan, leaving 362'000 people in need of urgent humanitarian assistance. By supporting the multi-purpose cash distribution's project of The Liason Office, a partner who is already active in the said region, Switzerland contributes to emergency response and to the recovery of the affected population.

Moldova: Strengthening capacities to address emergency health care services of hospitals in case of mass casualties due to an increased influx of refugees

01.09.2022 - 31.12.2023

As part of the national health contingency planning and following the capacity building efforts of the project, emergency departments of four hospitals will be equipped with necessary medical devices to improve the quality of medical services in the event of a major influx of Ukrainian refugees or mass casualties. With enhanced preparedness of emergency health services Switzerland makes a contribution to strengthening and sustaining of local capacities. That is in line with Swiss interest of supporting local health service providers.

Ukraine East Europe Foundation (EEF) - Building capacity of local CSOs to provide protection services to women and minorities

01.09.2022 - 31.12.2024

Women and minorities in Ukraine are more vulnerable to GBV due to the conflict, and at the same time the state's protection services are overwhelmed and understaffed. The goal is to strengthen the protection mechanisms by funding 15 women's rights and LGBTQI+ and Roma organisations, who will enhance the protection both at individual and systemic levels. East Europe Foundation will manage the grants and provide capacity building to make these organisations more sustainable.

Applying Economic Lenses and Local Perspectives to Improve Humanitarian Aid Delivery in Yemen

01.09.2022 - 31.03.2025

The Sanaa Center for Strategic Studies (SCSS), a reputable local think tank, will conduct research, provide recommendations and establish an exchange platform between local and international stakeholders which will contribute to enhance humanitarian assistance by better integrating an economic lens in responses and ensuring that local voices are heard.

Entrepreneuriats Stratégiques Pour des Opportunités d'Investissements Renforcés (ESPOIR)

01.09.2022 - 31.08.2027

L’économie béninoise est caractérisée par une faiblesse du secteur privé et un marché d’emploi restreint pour les jeunes et les femmes. ESPOIR continuera à augmenter les opportunités économiques sur le territoire national et forgera un environnement propice à la croissance durable des entreprises. ESPOIR soutient la dynamisation de l’économie rurale avec un accent sur la valorisation des ressources locales et participe de par son focus sur le nord à la réduction de la fragilité multidimensionnelle.

Ukraine Rehabilitation & Winterization

01.09.2022 - 31.03.2023

As contribution to the Danish Refugee Council’s activities in the war-hit Chernihiv region under the “Winterization shelter emergency response in northern Ukraine”-Programme, the project is focusing on repairing damaged houses, apartments and public infrastructure. The project is coordinated by Chernihiv authorities and is complementing projects in the domains of psycho-social support, demining activities, non-food relief items distribution and multi-purpose cash assistance.

ETH IOM Phase II Durable Solutions 2022-2026

01.09.2022 - 31.10.2026

Through enhanced community-based planning and a whole-of-society approach, Switzerland aims to contribute to the protection, socio-economic recovery, and peaceful co-existence of Displacement Affected Communities (DACs) in the Somali Region (SR). Three UN agencies will collaborate on the implementation. This project supports the new SR Durable Solutions (DS) Strategy and is consistent with the Government of Ethiopia's Strategic Plan to Address Internal Displacement.

Ukraine: People In Need (PIN) Improving access to protection for vulnerable conflict-affected persons in Ukraine

01.09.2022 - 29.02.2024

People in Need (PIN) provides high-proximity social protection services to vulnerable populations affected by the war in Ukraine, with a focus on the areas with most internally displaced: Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Mykolaiv, Chernihiv, Volyn, Lviv, Zhytomyr, Poltava, Kropyvnytskyi, Sumy, Rivne, and Ternopil. These services are delivered by mobile teams and will include psychological support and cash for protection for people with special needs. PIN will also build the capacity of over 30 local civil society organization (CSO) partners.

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