| COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPY Community development is about helping people to help themselves. It works by harnessing individual potential and transforming it through education and strong partnerships into just and sustainable solutions that build better futures for all. Huge possibility lies within each of each and every one of us, no matter how isolated our community might be, or how little formal education we may have received. The community development process is long and tricky. But given time, dedication and skills, it works and works well. Learn more ... |
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MalariaSurfAid work with village communities and existing health services to significantly and sustainably reduce the burden of malaria. Read more... |
Community Based HealthTo significantly improve the health and wellbeing of the Mentawai and Nias people through education and training. Read more... |
Water + SanitationEmpowerment of communities and village structure for sustainable and healthy management of water supplies. Read more... |
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Emergency PreparednessA community-based, disaster risk management program for villages prone to natural disasters.
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Emergency ResponseDespite never being established as an emergency response organisation, SurfAid has responded to five large emergencies. Read more... |
SchoolsA global education program providing free downloadable resources for teachers encouraging global citizenship. Read more... |
