Completion of 3 Yrs Project of SPC- Triveni, Rukum West (CDSL with Wash & DRR)

Project Title: Community Sustainable Development and Livelihood Project with WASH & DRR
Implementing Partner: Nepal Christian Relief Services (NCRS)
Supporting Partner: Samaritan’s Purse Canada (SPC)
Project Duration: October 2022 – September 2025
Project Area: Triveni Rural Municipality, Rukum West

With the generous support of Samaritan’s Purse Canada, this three-year project aimed to transform the lives of COVID-19 affected and marginalized communities in Triveni Rural Municipality. Through integrated programs in livelihoods, health, hygiene, women and youth empowerment, and disaster preparedness, the project sought to build resilient, self-reliant, and healthier communities, empowering families to thrive despite past hardships.

1. Livelihood Development

• Vegetable Farming Training: 90 farmers received hands-on training in modern and organic vegetable farming, along with essential farming tools and seeds.
• Commercial Livestock Rearing: 60 farmers learned improved goat-rearing techniques; each received a female goat, and groups received male goats for breeding.
  Impact: Farmers increased production, generated sustainable income, and improved household nutrition, helping families regain stability and hope.

2. WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) – Personal Hygiene Training

• Hygiene and sanitation training provided to community school students.
• Hygiene kits to every participants and First Aid Boxes distributed to every schools.
  Impact: 1,207 students directly benefited, with approximately 4,000 community members reached indirectly. Schools now have better sanitation, children stay healthier, and absenteeism due to illness has decreased.

3. Youth Entrepreneurship

• 75 youths, including school dropouts, unemployed, and migrant returnees, trained in business skills, marketing, and financial management.
  Impact: Many participants successfully started or expanded family businesses, increasing income and giving youth a renewed sense of confidence and purpose.

4. Women’s Awareness & Empowerment

• 150 women trained in health, hygiene, income-generating activities, and decision-making.
  Impact: Women became more confident, economically active, and vocal about their rights, helping families thrive and strengthening community equality.

5. Disaster Risk Reduction & Management (DRRM)

• DRRM training provided to 150 community leaders; wards received DRR tools, kits, and activated Disaster Response Teams.
  Impact: Communities are now better prepared to respond to emergencies, reducing the risks posed by natural hazards and climate change.