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Increasing Financial Management Skills in Rural Liberia
In underserved areas of Libera, savings groups create communities that practice careful financial planning and decision-making equity.
USAID partners with CRS in Zimbabwe to respond to El Niño-induced drought
Building Financial Empowerment in Liberia
Service providers help teach communities ways to better manage funds while increasing the financial well-being of families.
Empowering Local Humanitarian Organizations in Cameroon
Supporting leadership roles helps ensure benefits to communities continue after projects end.
Savings Groups Help Keep Kids in School in Benin
The groups help parents grow financial strength while a related project improves learning opportunities and provides nutrition guidance.
New Classrooms for Students in Nigeria
Relieving overcrowding in Lake Chad Region schools improved attendance and opportunities for students to learn.
Peace Ambassadors Prevent Community Conflicts in Nigeria
Building social cohesion and inclusion of marginalized people helps prevent small disagreements from escalating into larger conflicts.
Accra to Host Global ICT4D Conference, Gathering Leading Experts in Digital Innovation for Social Good
Aiding Conflict-Affected Families in Cameroon
Vouchers enable families to purchase food and household items while saving money for school expenses.