Strengthening agriculture, securing incomes
The administrative districts of Gunungkidul and Kulon Progo in Yogyakarta Province are among the most vulnerable regions in Indonesia. Nearly 72% of households in the seven project villages depend on agriculture for their income, which is often insufficient. Droughts, pest infestations and a lack of access to irrigation systems can lead to crop failures and income insecurity. Furthermore, many villages have outdated or no disaster management plans and are ill-prepared for climate-related disasters. Women are particularly disadvantaged in this regard, in terms of both access to resources and participation in decision-making processes.
Smallholder farming households are trained in climate-adapted farming methods, such as the use of organic fertilisers, climate-resilient seeds, and improved planting techniques. Training in product management, storage and market access helps to reduce post-harvest losses and decrease dependence on middlemen.
Empowering Women, Starting Businesses
Women’s groups receive targeted support to develop financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills, and to establish community-run businesses. The goal is for each women’s group in the seven villages to operate its own community-run business, be officially registered, and gain access to formal markets and government support programs.
Prepared Together
Disaster response teams receive training in disaster and climate risk management. By the end of the project, it is expected that all seven project villages will have updated disaster management plans, developed with the active participation of women, older adults and people with disabilities. Additionally, community members will be empowered to represent their interests to government authorities and actively participate in village development planning.
Learning from one another: The exchange among farmers is a key component of the project.
Knowledge That Lasts: Hands-on training equips farmers with skills that have a long-term impact.
Be well prepared before a disaster strikes: The project villages are working together to develop disaster management plans that also take food security into account.
From training to practice - the project supports participants as they apply what they’ve learned in their communities.
Projectinfo
| Place/Region | Regierungsbezirke Gunungkidul und Kulon Progo, Provinz Yogyakarta, Indonesien |
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| Partner | Yakkum Emergency Unit (YEU) |
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| Duration | November 1, 2025 – September 30, 2029 |
| Budget | EUR 714.285 |
| Sponsor | Aktion Deutschland Hilft (ADH) & Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) |
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