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Title:

Emergency Assistance in Nigeria and Somalia - FAO 2018

Agreement Number:

7389134 P006074001

Agreement Value:

$1,200,000.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 23, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018

Description:

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) focuses on developing, protecting and restoring sustainable livelihoods so that the integrity of societies that depend on farming, livestock, fish, forests and other natural resources is not threatened by crises. FAO contributes to a quicker and more sustainable recovery of local food production while preserving development gains, reducing dependency on aid and increasing self-reliance of crisis-affected populations. With the support of GAC and other donors, FAO is providing emergency assistance to over 4.3 million people affected by conflict and acute food insecurity in Nigeria and Somalia. Project activities include: (1) distributing agricultural inputs, such as nutrition-sensitive seeds, tools and fishing kits; (2) cash transfers and cash-for-work activities; (3) livestock support and veterinary inputs, such as vaccines, mineral blocks, fodder seed, collapsible water tanks and water trucking; (4) training in agricultural techniques; and (5) supporting emergency control measures of fall armyworm.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved food security and nutrition for households affected by conflict and food insecurity; (2) decreased incidences of people/households resorting to negative coping strategies in the face of drought and food insecurity; and (3) increased community preparedness and resilience to face future shocks and crises.

The expected ultimate outcomes are lives saved, suffering alleviated and human dignity maintained in countries experiencing humanitarian crises or acute food insecurity.

Location:

Rome, IT

Reference Number:

064-2018-2019-Q1-00008

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Program:

International Development Assistance Program

Program Purpose:

The main purpose on the International Development Assistance Program is to reduce poverty for those living in countries where Global Affairs Canada engages in international development.