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Livelihood

GHFP work on livelihood focuses on the positive, such as opportunities for development and looks to discover areas where new concepts or approaches might be needed as stakeholders and players make important unstated assumptions.

distinction between the situation on view and that view distorted by ideological self-interest.

Areas of Discussion

political factors
economic factors
the need for development in education
the differences between, and common ground shared by, international business and development agencies, multinational companies and international aid agencies
cultural factors



	Bukit Batu

	is a governance strengthening project in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. The Bukit Batu is part of the ongoing effort from the Yayasan Tambuhak Sinta (YTS), Indonesia, to support community development at all levels. Its' objective is to have a well functioning society where local people are actively engaged in processes that shape how development takes place in their immediate environment. An important aspect of Bukit Batu is to focus on how individuals and communities interact with the government, and for government to become much more responsive to the real needs of people and their communities. Bukit Batu aims to bring about a significant improvement in the quality of governance in its local regions.
	For more information about the Bukit Batu, please visit the website of Yayasan Tambuhak Sinta (YTS), Indonesia: http://www.tambuhaksinta.com/.

Supporting projects and innovative approaches

Sintral Community Project in Ecuador
Bukit Batu in Kalimantan Indonesia
Vivir in South America
OneWorld.net
OneClimate.net
Susilar Budhi Dharma International
International Child Development Project (ICDP)
Afrika Speaks
Goodness TV

For over ten years the Foundation has worked with organisations worldwide to explore innovative approaches to livelihood and community development. Please see our annual reports to learn more about our livelihood projects and partnership organisations.