There are 175 projects that match your search.
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
CapDev
International Waters
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2017
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50,000.00
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OP6 - Y3 (Jul17 - Jun 18)
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP6/YR3/CORE/IW/2017/03 |
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Rodrigues Island is situated in the Indian Ocean. It hosts about 40,000 inhabitants and is surrounded by a shallow lagoon supporting several types of fishing. For years, more and more fishers have embarked in fishing activities, leading to a steady ( ... )
e of target species and degradation of lagoon habitats.
SEA PEARL of Rodrigues Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society Ltd has been manufacturing jewellery with mother of pearl (oysters) and other crafts from oysters gathered in the Rodrigues lagoon since 2011. The oyster used is Pinctada margaritifera, commonly known as the black-lip pearl oyster. This species is common in the Indo-Pacific region
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
International Waters
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2017
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50,000.00
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OP6 - Y3 (Jul17 - Jun 18)
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP6/YR3/CORE/BD/2017/01 |
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This project was first implemented in 2016 by EcoMode Society with funding from GEF SGP of the UNDP in collaboration with other NGOs (Reef Conservation, Ecosud and MMCS funded by IOC) in Mauritius. The present proposal is a replication of the work ( ... )
as done based on the success of the first national closure that happened last year and in order to reinforce and sustain this success. Coastal residents and fishers adopted the closure positively and based on their recommendations to increase visibility, the Mauritian Scuba Diving Association (MSDA) will be collaborating with the same NGOs - EcoMode Society, Reef Conservation and Ecosud - to
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
Land Degradation
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2017
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50,000.00
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OP6 - Y3 (Jul17 - Jun 18)
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP6/YR3/CORE/LD/2017/02 |
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The implementation of the South East Marine Protected Area (SEMPA) in the south of Rodrigues Island is a joint UNDP-GEF and RRA project and has as main aim to improve the marine habitat by promoting marine conservation through the setting up of ( ... )
cted fishing zones. As such, the total area where the fishers used to venture at sea was reduced. In addition, fishers in the vicinity have been fully sensitized and are aware about the pertinence of such conservation project. Up to date, the marine part of the SEMPA has been put in place while the in-land watershed has remained mostly unmanaged.
This project is aiming at the restoration of 8
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Mauritius
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Community Based Adaptation
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2016
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1,000.00
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Phase 6
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP6/Y1/CORE/CC/2016/03 |
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Objective : Identify the potential communities for the implementation of the project
Indicators: Number of recommendations made
Final project proposal submitted
Activities: Conduct community meetings
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ity vulnerability and capacity assessment
Submit report
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
International Waters
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2016
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50,000.00
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Phase 6
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP6/Y1/CORE/BD/2016/02 |
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Fishing is a way of life along the coastlines of the Republic of Mauritius, an Island State comprising of mainland Mauritius and a number of outer islands, the island of Rodrigues being the next largest one. However, overfishing, climate change, ( ... )
icient measures to regulate marine activities and lack of enforcement are the main causes in the decline of marine species and subsequently incomes associated with artisanal fishing in Mauritius. Octopus cyanea is native to Mauritius and is the most common species of octopus fished in the Indian Ocean waters. It represents the majority of the commercial production of octopus in Mauritius.
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Mauritius
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International Waters
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2016
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17,266.00
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Phase 6
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP6/Y2/CORE/IW/2016/04 |
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PROPOSAL: Reducing Lagoon Pollution in UNESCO buffer zone through Basic Sanitation Facilities SECTION A: PROJECT RATIONALE AND APPROACH
1.1 Project Summary
Le Morne Village is located on the southwest coast of Mauritius and, according to ( ... )
tics Mauritius conducted in 2011, it has a population of 1343 inhabitants. Le Morne village is one of the least developed coastal areas in Mauritius. It was ranked last i.e. the 145th place below all the other towns and villages in Mauritius according to the RDI in the census carried out in July 2011.
During a survey carried out by Le Morne Heritage Trust Fund on the local community, 17% had
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Mauritius
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CapDev
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2015
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5,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SIDS-CBA/YR3/15/04 |
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1. TABLE OF CONTENTS
2. COVER PAGE
Country:………………………..……………..Submission date…………………………………….
Project No. ________________ (For SGP Official Use. Do not write anything here)
Project ( ... )
Knowledge Fair for GEF SGP 20 Years Celebrations in Mauritius
(The title must capture the essence of project and aligns to GEF focal areas)
APPLICANT
Name of Organization: Eco-Sud
Year established: 2000 Number of members: 65
Number of projects implemented: 1
Mailing Address: Rue des Bonites (Morcellement Blue-Bay) - Mahebourg
Physical Address: Rue des Bonites
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Mauritius
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CapDev
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2015
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7,734.00
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Phase 6
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP6/Y1/CORE/CD/2015/01 |
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Preparation of the Country Programme Strategy |
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
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2015
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR4/CORE/BD/15/02 |
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This second project is an enhancement of the first project entitled “Mitigation of Climate Change Through Lemon Cultivation at Graviers”, funded under the GEF-SGP. The project’s main area of focus will be the preservation of lagoon ecosystem ( ... )
s natural resources through sustainable alternative livelihood activities.
Our Cooperative, the Rodrigues Lime Juice Multi-purpose Cooperative Society Ltd, a new but very vibrant Cooperative has shared the ambition to develop a sustainable lime processing industry in Rodrigues. The choice to develop value-added lime fruit based products originates from the fact that this fascinating product is
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Mauritius
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Community Based Adaptation
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2015
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10,670.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SIDS-CBA/YR3/15/03 |
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Mauritius
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International Waters
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2015
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR4/CORE/IW/15/01 |
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Project Summary
Rodrigues is an autonomous Island of the Republic of Mauritius consisting of a traditionally peripheral economy that depends enormously on natural resources such as marine resources and fisheries, forestry, and agriculture among ( ... )
. The island is one of the Mascarene Islands situated in the Indian Ocean, a region globally recognized as a biodiversity hotspot. With its 108km2 land mass, the island hosts about 40,000 inhabitants and is surrounded by a shallow lagoon three times the land mass and supporting several types of fisheries. For several decades, more and more people have embarked in fishing activities resulting in
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Mauritius
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Community Based Adaptation
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2015
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19,330.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SIDS-CBA/YR3/15/02 |
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In order to achieve the first outcome of reducing the risks of landslide and rate of soil erosion, retaining walls totaling 370m2 were to be built and stairways covering 250m2 were to be renovated during the project. By December 2014, 324.15 m2 of ( ... )
ing wall had been built. A stone faced wall of 70m2 was not built, due to lack of funds. Permission was obtained to build a smaller wall of 20m2 instead. Works on renovating the staircases had not started primarily due to lack of funds. Therefore, in order to achieve this outcome, additional funds are needed.
Furthermore, in order to increase awareness about climate change, 2 sensitization
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
Land Degradation
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2014
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR3/STAR/BD/13/04 |
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Agriculture is one of the main pillars of the local economy and in the past, Rodrigues was considered as the granary of Mauritius. During the last decades the agricultural production has decreased mainly due to changing climatic conditions including ( ... )
k of water for irrigation and irregular rainfall patterns and shortage of investment in the sector. This has been followed by many problems including the massive abandonment of productive lands.
The constraints affecting agricultural production are inter-related and should be addressed urgently to prevent further problems which may be very difficult to remediate. Being multi-faceted, the
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Mauritius
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International Waters
Chemicals
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2014
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR3/CORE/CH/14/10 |
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Project Summary
CropLife (Mauritius) which is a member of CropLife International, more specifically of CropLife Africa Middle East (CLAME), was created in 2005 and is a registered association of pesticide dealers and distributors. It is an NGO; ( ... )
incipal source of funding being annual membership fees and training fees.
One of the objectives of CropLife Mauritius is pesticide product stewardship, comprising of education and training programmes for pesticides users and handlers; the safe disposal of used empty containers being a major thrust. Pesticides are hazardous and require sound knowledge on their properties, safe use and proper
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
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2014
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR3/STAR/BD/14/08 |
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Project Summary
Acacia nilotica was introduced in 1975 in Rodrigues and was planted in about 25 localities of the island and in less than 10 years time after its introduction it was widespread in more than 25 new localities. Invasion is mostly ( ... )
h faeces of grazing animals being given there is an extensive grazing system on the island.
Actually about 20% of the total forest cover is composed of Acacia nilotica and following this trend it will cover more than 50% of the island’s forest cover within 10 years time. Acacia nilotica not only affects mountain tops, but also fenced sylvo-pastoral areas preventing farmers from harvesting
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
Land Degradation
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2014
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR3/STAR/BD/14/09 |
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Project Summary
The overall objective of the project is to provide vocational rehabilitation services to a group of young women and men with moderate to severe intellectual disability through biological agriculture. Training in a secure ( ... )
nment and a real work situation will surely help the young adults with intellectual disability to overcome many of the specific difficulties caused by their impairment and to promote their professional and social integration.
More people are becoming aware of the benefits of biological agricultural products in Mauritius. During these past years, APEIM with the help of some partners such as SGP
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
Land Degradation
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2014
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR3/STAR/BD/13/03 |
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The main aim of the project is to set up an -‘Atelier de Savoir Agricole’ that will provide capacity development to twenty young people (aged between 16-25 years) who are either drop outs of the mainstream academic system or coming from ( ... )
cational schools so as to empower them with necessary skills and capabilities to undertake small agri-business unit development. Many of these young boys and girls come from broken families and do not have the necessary skills to secure a job and are highly affected by unemployment. The Atelier de Savoirs has developed adaptive training and learning methods to impart these youth with the required
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Mauritius
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Biodiversity
Land Degradation
Chemicals
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2014
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR3/CORE/CH/14/07 |
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Project Summary
Le Velo Vert has been operational since February 2012 through a series of activities and micro projects aimed at sensitizing youth, farmers and other NGOs on the importance of sustainable and organic agriculture. Le Velo Vert is an ( ... )
y registered with the Registrar of Association on the 08th of January 2014 (Reg no: 13687)
According to the FAO (FAS Statistical Yearbook 2013), the total value of organic food and beverages sold worldwide in 2011 was almost US$63 billion, some US$4 billion higher than in 2010. The organic market has been growing considerably since 2002, and – unlike the rest of the food sector – and
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Mauritius
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Climate Change Mitigation
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2014
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50,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/YR3/CORE/CC/14/06 |
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Project Summary
The Mauritius Prison Service has committed itself through a 10 year strategic plan (2013 -2023) to reduce the high rate of reoffending in Mauritius.
We are targeting improved Rehabilitation and Resettlement of detainees and ( ... )
ing opportunities for detainees to make Reparation for the harm they have done through their offending.
“Pay Back Mauritius” is a scheme whereby detainees are engaged in meaningful and worthwhile projects that establish or help to maintain community assets and services and thereby act to enhance community life.
It is an opportunity given to detainees to make constructive use of their
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Mauritius
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Chemicals
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2013
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49,000.00
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Phase 5
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Project Number: MAR/SGP/OP5/Yr2/CORE/CH/13/06 |
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Project Summary
The objective of this project is to set up an educational farm for street children using sustainable and organic agricultural practices in the area of St Pierre, Mauritius. There are currently very few programs addressing the ( ... )
and needs of street children in Mauritius. Twenty-three street youth have already been selected for the first year. They are out of school, unskilled and illiterate; live in conditions of extreme poverty and promiscuity without any supervision or guidance; are vulnerable to many social ills. By giving them an alternative to the streets, this project will lead to the reduction of the street
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