Long Term Sustainable Management Scheme for Taro Patches in Ngaraard State
The goal of this project is to improve livelihoods and quality of life in Choll County, by establishing a Demok Stock (taro leaf soup stock) Processing and Marketing Cooperative managed by the community. This project also involves environmental preservation and taro patch restoration, as well as infrastructure development in the mesei in order to improve practical accessibility. The project is about sustainable management of natural, social and cultural resources through the production and selling of a healthy traditional food. It aims to benefit the women of Choll through increased income opportunities, environmental care and participation in local decision-making processes as well as the creation of farmers? networks and collaborations.
Project Snapshot
Grantee:
Ngara Ungiang Women Association of Choll
Country:
Palau
Area Of Work:
Biodiversity
Land Degradation
Land Degradation
Grant Amount:
US$ 50,000.00
Co-Financing Cash:
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 49,500.00
Project Number:
PLW/SGP/OP6/Y6/CORE/2020/02
Status:
Currently under execution
SGP Country office contact
Ms. Shirley Koshiba
Phone:
+ (680) 775 2998
Email:
Address
Suite 301 Surangel Building, Ernguul Road
Koror, 96940
Koror, 96940
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