Drought humanitarian aid to indigenous communities of Apolobamba in Bolivia

Project period:

20.12.2023 - 30.08.2024

Granted amount:

914,715,- DKK

Total budget:

932,565,- DKK

Organization:

Dansk International Bosætningsservice (DIB)

Partners:

Fundación Teko Kavi

Pool:

DERF - Nødhjælpspuljen

Grant type:

23-015-SO Heatwaves and drought in Central America and parts of Southern America.

World goals:

Goal 1: No Poverty

Goal 2: Zero Hunger

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being

Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

Goal 15: Life on Land

Efforts take place in:

Bolivia

Resume

The intervention will address the drought emergency in WASH, FSL and Health. 2,100 persons (524 families) of the indigenous Pukina Nation (Aymara-Quechua) in Pelechuco, Apolobamba will be assisted directly. Water relief and supply systems for people and for the survival of camelid livestock and wildlife. Livestock will receive veterinary treatment and feed. Communities will receive food relief and inputs to recover their food security. Primary emergency health care will be provided to treat diseases caused by the lack of adequate water for human consumption. Vulnerable groups such as children, youth, women and elderly will receive special attention to strengthen their chance of recovery and participate in community drought mitigation planning and decision-making. Schools in the area will have rainwater harvesting systems installed and receive first aid kits to mitigate diseases in children.