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"Thank You, Thank You; Huge Thanks!"

Field visits are important reality checks. On a recent visit to a new suspension bridge in Nepal we were overwhelmed by an excited group of bridge users.

Written by Jane Carter - 23. June 2017

Post-Earthquake Recovery in the Melamchi Valley

Helvetas has to date supported the rebuilding of 2,174 earthquake-resilient homes through different mechanisms.

Written by Jane Carter - 06. June 2017

Nepal’s Trail Bridge Programme: Engaging Women and Men Alike?

Women clearly need pro-active support to allow them to participate effectively in community activities.

Written by Jane Carter - 05. May 2017

Can "Markets" Include and Benefit Very Marginalised People? Learning from Samriddhi

There are concerns about how projects using a systemic approach (also known as market systems development) can achieve inclusive changes for poor and disadvantaged women and men.

Written by Jodie Thorpe, Zenebe B. Uraguchi - 02. May 2017

"Just Because I Help My Wife Does Not Mean That I Am Less of a Man"

About an approach of linking changes in expectations of men’s and women’s roles to behavioural change for improved sanitation and hygiene.

Written by Jane Carter - 12. April 2017

Building Back Better in Nepal: Prioritising Disadvantaged Individuals for Training

Trainings on earthquake-resistant construction were provided through the Employment Fund Skills for Reconstruction project,

Written by Jane Carter - 21. February 2017