Refugee Camp Model Garden
Project Launch: 7-26-17
Dzaleka Refugee Camp is located in Dowa, Malawi, just 45 minutes north of the country’s capital city of Lilongwe. The camp is home to nearly 28,000 refugees, predominantly from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, Burundi, and Somalia. Dzaleka is often referred to as a “permanent” refugee camp, meaning that its residents regularly reside in Dzaleka for 8-15 years before being processed as refugees and resettled elsewhere. During this period, refugees are allocated plots of land to build houses and tend gardens. These gardens have become increasingly necessary as Malawi faces continued and increasing food shortages, and the World Food Programme (WFP) rations have dwindled to less than 40 percent of what is necessary to survive. While the WFP once provided a diversity of ingredients, refugees in Dzaleka now receive just six kilograms of maize and two cups of beans per person per month.
This project proposes the creation of a sustainable agricultural garden to be run by refugees living in Dzaleka. The garden will help diversify and expand local nutrition options and spread knowledge about improved agricultural practices to communities within and surrounding Dzaleka.
Explore other Projects
Seeds of Change
To promote values and ensure the right of all students to receive a high-quality, pertinent education; encouraging kids to be analytical and creative – capable of creating and participating in a dem... ...Learn more
Combating Depression in Pre- and Postpartum Mothers
SM360+ Saving Mothers Giving Life Mission: " In Zambia, Saving Mothers, Giving Life is putting in place key interventions to improve maternal and newborn health across 16 districts. Working hand-in-ha... ...Learn more
Mwumba's Wholesale Business
The Mwumba community is nearing the end of the goal setting portion of the Planning Phase. As a community they brainstormed a number of goals including improving food security, access to healthcare se... ...Learn more
Fanaye Chicken Coop
1) To build and maintain a sustainable chicken coop in order to raise and sell chickens for profit. 2) To provide the people of Fanaye easier access to locally raised chickens. 3) After approximate... ...Learn more