Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief - Farmers First Program 2009-2014

This program contributes to year-round food security for households in vulnerable rural farming communities in Ethiopia Malawi Tanzania and Uganda. It focuses on women children under five years of age and HIV-affected households expanding their opportunities to engage in value-added production and marketing. Key objectives include promotion of: (1) sustainable agriculture (2) improved nutrition (3) local organizations serving farm communities (4) food processing and market assessments (5) women assuming positions of responsibility and (6) public engagement focusing on the Canadian public. Key results expected include: (1) year-round food security and increased agricultural production (2) improved nutritional status through adequate levels and diversity of food (3) strengthened capabilities of community organizations to provide technical support to farmers (4) improved market access and sustainable marketing mechanisms (5) greater support for women and girls assuming leadership roles with increased influence in their communities and households and (6) greater involvement of Canadians in international development. Local Partners for this program are: Ethiopia - CPAR-Ethiopia Malawi - CPAR-Malawi Tanzania - CPAR-Tanzania Uganda - CPAR-Uganda