Burma - Humanitarian Assistance for Conflict-Affected and Displaced People - ADRA 2015

March 2015 - Despite an ongoing peace process between the government and numerous different armed groups humanitarian needs persist in Burma. Ongoing localized conflict and sporadic fighting continue between the government and rebel groups in Kachin Kayin Mon and Shan states and inter-communal tensions in Rakhine State persist. Throughout the country approximately 640 000 people are displaced with many living in temporary shelters and almost all are entirely dependent on humanitarian assistance to meet their basic needs. With DFATD’s support the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is helping up to 18 774 displaced people in the conflict-affected areas of Kachin State by increasing access to clean water hygiene and sanitation services and improving livelihoods opportunities. Project activities include: (1) distribution of kettles for boiling water to 9 189 displaced people; (2) delivery of hygiene promotion training to 18 744 displaced people; (3) rehabilitation of water supply and distribution systems in 31 displacement camps; (4) ongoing maintenance and de-sludging of 130 latrines across 31 displacement camps; and (5) provision of cash grants and vouchers to support livelihoods opportunities and to help meet the basic needs of 9 189 displaced people.

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) increased access to safe drinking water and sanitation and hygiene facilities; and (2) increased access to safe and secure shelter. The expected ultimate outcome is lives saved suffering alleviated and human dignity maintained in countries experiencing humanitarian crises or acute food insecurity.