Progetti

DRC – Contribution to the Development of an Effective Response to Mixed Migration in the Horn of Africa and Yemen

01.04.2013 - 31.03.2014

This intervention aims at preventing violations against people in mixed migration movements, whether refugees, asylum seekers or migrants, through a sequence of interconnected activities that complement the UNHCR funded project providing protection and assistance in response to mixed migration movements in the Horn of Africa and Yemen. It builds on the results of Phase I and combines enhanced protection monitoring and service delivery to mixed migrants, awareness raising among host communities and duty bearers, and data collection and analysis on migration movements. These activities will positively impact the development of a Yemeni migration management policy.

Rural Development and High Nature Value Farming

01.04.2013 - 30.04.2016

The project was aimed to improve economic viability of small-scale rural communities of High Nature Value farmlands. The project was aimed to improve the conditions for high nature value farming by providing training and enhancing the marketing of agricultural products. The project was part of the Civil Society Participation fund in Romania.

Development of Geographical Indications

01.04.2013 - 31.03.2016

This project was aimed to improve the knowledge and experience for the implementation of Geographical Indications protection system in Romania (GI). In cooperation with public and private actors, registration procedures and certification processes have been accompanied and the knowledge in developing market studies and marketing strategies enhanced. The Project was part of the Partnership and Expert fund in Romania. Further information about this fund can be found among the additional information on the very bottom of this page.

Water Diplomacy and Governance in key Transboundary Hot Spots

01.04.2013 - 30.06.2016

Avec une concurrence pour l’accès à l’eau toujours plus intense, le partage des bénéfices des eaux transfrontières (rivières, bassins hydrographiques, eaux souterraines) représente un défi majeur pour les pays riverains, voire à l’échelle mondiale. Ce programme contribue à une utilisation durable et équitable de ces eaux par des accords intergouvernementaux, issus de mécanismes de consultations consensuels et inclusifs entre les Etats concernés, en Asie centrale, Amérique centrale, Afrique de l’Est et australe.

Integrated Nutrition, Food Security and Livelihoods & WASH program in Aweil East, Northern Bahr el Ghazal

01.04.2013 - 31.03.2015

ACF's intervention aims to decrease the morbidity and mortality rates through the detection and treatment of malnutrition and its underlying causes. ACF will use an integrated approach focusing on nutrition, food security and livelihoods, and WASH. NBeG is one of the vulnerable states at risk of nutrition emergencies in South Su-dan. ACF is an experienced partner who has been carrying out nutrition interventions in NBeG for several years.

Direct Action: Support to Families and Communities Hosting Syrian Refugees Phase II [PRO]

01.04.2013 - 31.03.2014

Protective host shelter environment for 15’000 Syrian refugees is improved over 6 months through support to hosting capacities and livelihood development of 1,800 Lebanese families hosting Syrian refugees in Akkar Region (Wadi Khaled and Akroum areas). This project will be implemented through a SDC direct action cash modality and in partnership with a local NGO, Mada association. It will be implemented in close coordination with Lebanese local authorities, UNHCR and affected municipalities and communities.

People In Aid: Annual Contributions

01.04.2013 - 31.03.2015

UNDP- Building national disaster reduction systems and management capacities in Lebanon (Phase II)

01.04.2013 - 31.03.2015

Science-Policy-Practice Dialogue

31.03.2013 - 31.12.2016

Research is critical for tackling urgent global problems and enhancing worldwide a more sustainable and equitable development. In Switzerland various actors from the public and private sector are engaged in development relevant research. The Swiss Commission for Research Partnerships with Developing Countries (KFPE) promotes research collaboration with Africa, Asia, and Latin America. SDC supports KFPE’s effort to promote the dialogue with relevant stakeholders on research for global sustainable development.

Katalyst

16.03.2013 - 31.03.2018

SDC co-finances the market development project Katalyst – an international flagship – since 2002 in order to contribute to increased income of poor people in Bangladesh through improved competitiveness of farmers and small businesses in key rural sectors. A final 4 year phase comprising CHF 32 million in collaboration with DFID and DANIDA is foreseen to ensure sustainability of systemic changes achieved so far and to firmly anchor the Katalyst experience within Bangladesh.

Regional Aguasan Programme

01.03.2013 - 30.06.2016

Swiss cooperation is well recognized in the water supply and sanitation sector in Honduras and Nicaragua. Regional activities in Central America enhance coverage, strengthen capacity building, support the harmonisation of sector specific plans and strengthen the formulation of policies at a regional level.

Contribution to Network for Policy Research, Review and Advice on Education and Training (NORRAG)

01.03.2013 - 28.02.2015

Being an international network, NORRAG allows policy dialogue between a diversity of actors. It provides just-in-time knowledge on international education and training policies. It supports capacity development and evidence-based policy making, particularly in the Global South. The period of shaping the post MDGs/EFA agenda (2013-2015) is crucial for recalling the importance of basic education and training. By covering these two themes, NORRAG is a strategic partner for SDC.