Empowering Vulnerable Women and Minorities Through Sustainable Climate Smart Aquaculture

Project Title: Empowering Vulnerable Women and Minorities Through Sustainable Climate Smart Aquaculture

Duration: July 2024 - June 2029 (5 years) 

Funding Commitment: USD 3.4 million 

Locations: Vaharai and Muthur of the Eastern province 

Donor agency: Supported by the Australian government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Programme

 Implementor: World Vision Lanka in partnership with World Vision Australia

Project summary 

The project aims to strengthen the resilience and sustainable livelihoods of vulnerable households, with a particular focus on women-led households and minorities in the small- scale fishery and aquaculture sectors in Trincomalee (Muthur DS Division) and Batticaloa (Vaharai DS Division). By addressing key challenges in these communities, the initiative seeks to improve income, enhance social inclusion, and promote sustainable practices. The project aims to support 25,155 individuals (13,955 women and 11,200 men).