The BHA-ACTED Project, funded by USAID and implemented in partnership with ACTED, is designed to provide dynamic and life-saving interventions to households in Somalia that are most affected by the ongoing drought and conflict. The project specifically targets rural and hard-to-reach areas, with key operations in the districts of Burhakaba, Wajid, and Elberde.
The project’s primary focus is to identify and prioritize vulnerable households, ensuring the timely delivery of essential resources such as food, water, shelter, and healthcare. It also aims to prevent further displacement and suffering by addressing urgent needs and bolstering the resilience of affected communities.
Key components include:
- WASH: Enhancing water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities to reduce disease outbreaks, especially in areas with limited access to clean water.
- CCCM: Camp coordination and camp management, improving the living conditions in IDP settlements.
- Protection and MPCA: Providing multi-purpose cash assistance to vulnerable households and ensuring protection services for at-risk groups.
- Food Assistance: Delivering food vouchers and displacement-preventive aid to the most vulnerable households to enhance food security.
Moreover, the project supports livelihoods by offering agricultural programs that strengthen local food production and capacity-building initiatives for local organizations and government bodies. By empowering local actors, the project aims to build long-term resilience and improve the overall well-being of the community.
The BHA-ACTED Project operates from June 2023 to April 2024 and serves 2,359 households, equating to 14,154 individuals, across 30 villages and IDP settlements. It emphasizes a community-centered approach, engaging local populations and supporting their reintegration and recovery.
With a strong focus on protection, community engagement, and capacity-building, the project ensures that vulnerable groups, including women, children, and displaced families, receive the necessary support to rebuild their lives amidst the ongoing crisis.