Livelihood:
refers to the full range of means that individuals, families and communities utilize to make a living, such as wage-based income, agriculture, fishing, foraging, other natural resource-based livelihoods,
Capacity Building and Training: OAIR is committed to empowering Afghan farmers with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to succeed. Through agricultural training programs and capacity-building initiatives, OAIR equips farmers with modern farming techniques, sustainable practices, and market-oriented strategies to improve crop yields, optimize resource utilization, and increase income generation.
Seed Distribution and Crop Improvement: Access to quality seeds is essential for agricultural productivity and food security. OAIR facilitates the distribution of improved seeds, resilient crop varieties, and agricultural inputs to farmers across Afghanistan. By promoting the adoption of high-yielding and climate-resilient crops, OAIR enhances farmers' ability to withstand environmental challenges and achieve greater agricultural success.
Infrastructure Development: Infrastructure plays a critical role in supporting agricultural development and rural livelihoods. OAIR invests in the construction and rehabilitation of irrigation systems, water management infrastructure, and rural roads to improve access to markets, enhance productivity, and strengthen the resilience of agricultural communities in Afghanistan.
Market Access and Value Chain Development: Facilitating access to markets and enhancing value chain linkages is essential for the economic empowerment of Afghan farmers. OAIR collaborates with local cooperatives, agribusinesses, and market actors to strengthen agricultural value chains, improve market access, and create opportunities for farmers to sell their produce at fair prices, thereby boosting rural incomes and livelihoods.
Climate Resilience and Adaptation: Climate change poses significant challenges to agriculture in Afghanistan, exacerbating water scarcity, soil degradation, and crop losses. OAIR supports climate-resilient agriculture initiatives, including the adoption of drought-tolerant crops, soil conservation practices, and water-efficient irrigation technologies, to help farmers adapt to changing climatic conditions and build resilience against environmental shocks.
Future Directions: As Afghanistan transitions towards a more sustainable and prosperous future, OAIR remains committed to advancing agricultural development through innovation, partnership, and community engagement. By harnessing the potential of agriculture as a driver of economic growth and rural development, OAIR aims to create lasting positive change and improve the lives of farmers and their families across Afghanistan
Skill workforce
OAIR aims to improve the quality of life for people in Afghanistan. OAIR provides assistance to the vulnerable population that lacks access to chances for earning an income.
OAIR Aim to improve people's life and means of subsistence through income-generating activities, skill development, microenterprise development, and increased food security. OAIR works to provide the poorest communities in the target sites with decent and sustainable living circumstances.
Economic Opportunities and Income Generation:
a. Vocational Training and Skills Development:
Offer vocational training programs in high-demand sectors such as agriculture, livestock, construction, tailoring, and food processing to equip individuals with marketable skills and enhance their employability.
Provide skills development and entrepreneurship training to aspiring entrepreneurs, including business planning, financial management, marketing, and customer service.
b. Microenterprise Development:
Support microenterprise development initiatives, including small-scale businesses, cottage industries, and home-based enterprises, to create income-generating opportunities for vulnerable populations.
Provide access to microcredit, savings, and financial services to support the establishment and growth of microenterprises and small businesses, particularly owned by women and marginalized groups.
2. Agriculture and Livelihood Diversification:
a. Agricultural Productivity and Value Chains:
Improve agricultural productivity and market access for smallholder farmers through training, access to inputs, irrigation infrastructure, and support for post-harvest handling and marketing.
Promote value addition and diversification in agriculture, including horticulture, livestock, poultry, and aquaculture, to enhance income opportunities and resilience to climate change and market fluctuations.
b. Livelihood Diversification:
Facilitate livelihood diversification strategies, including off-farm employment, non-agricultural income-generating activities, and rural entrepreneurship, to reduce dependence on agriculture and increase household income.
Support the development of alternative livelihood options such as handicrafts, eco-tourism, renewable energy, and small-scale industries to create employment opportunities and boost local economies.
3. Access to Markets and Value Chains:
a. Market Linkages and Access:
Strengthen market linkages and value chains to connect producers, traders, and consumers, facilitating access to markets, inputs, information, and finance.
Promote inclusive market development and trade facilitation initiatives that benefit small-scale producers, women entrepreneurs, and marginalized groups, ensuring equitable access to economic opportunities and resources.
b. Value Chain Development:
Support value chain development initiatives, including market-driven production, processing, and marketing activities, to enhance competitiveness, value addition, and income generation along agricultural and non-agricultural value chains.
Foster partnerships and collaborations between stakeholders along value chains, including producers, buyers, processors, and retailers, to strengthen value chain coordination, collaboration, and collective action.
4. Financial Inclusion and Access to Finance:
a. Microfinance and Savings Groups:
Facilitate access to microfinance services, savings and credit groups, and community-based financial institutions to promote financial inclusion and empower individuals and households to invest in livelihoods and build assets. Provide financial literacy training and capacity-building support to enhance financial management skills, promote savings behavior, and enable informed decision-making on financial matters.
b. Social Protection and Safety Nets:
Advocate for social protection mechanisms, safety nets, and social insurance schemes to provide support and assistance to vulnerable households during times of crisis, emergencies, and economic shocks.
Support the design and implementation of social assistance programs, including cash transfers, food assistance, and livelihood support, to promote resilience, reduce poverty, and protect the most vulnerable members of society.
5. Capacity Building and Empowerment:
a. Training and Capacity Development:
Provide training, technical assistance, and capacity-building support to individuals, communities, and local institutions to enhance their knowledge, skills, and capabilities for livelihood development and economic empowerment. Foster participatory approaches, community engagement, and ownership in livelihood development initiatives, empowering beneficiaries to actively participate in decision-making, planning, and implementation processes.
b. Women's Empowerment and Gender Equality:
Promote women's economic empowerment and gender equality through targeted interventions such as women's entrepreneurship programs, gender-responsive vocational training, and access to productive resources and assets. Address gender disparities and social norms that hinder women's participation in economic activities, decision-making, and access to resources, advocating for women's rights and promoting gender mainstreaming in livelihood development programs.
6. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning:
a. Monitoring and Evaluation:
Establish monitoring and evaluation systems to track progress, measure impact, and ensure accountability in livelihood development interventions, including tracking outcomes, impacts, and sustainability of interventions. Conduct regular assessments, surveys, and evaluations to assess the effectiveness, relevance, and efficiency of livelihood development programs and identify lessons learned and best practices.
b. Learning and Knowledge Sharing:
Document and share lessons learned, best practices, and innovative approaches in livelihood development to inform future interventions, policy formulation, and programmatic decision-making.
Foster knowledge sharing, learning exchange, and networking among stakeholders, practitioners, and policymakers to promote evidence-based decision-making, collaboration, and collective learning in livelihood development.