ToGETHER
Home | ToGETHER| PROJECT TITLE | Towards Greater Effectiveness and Timeliness in Humanitarian Emergency Response (ToGETHER) Project |
| Abbreviation | LHP- Local Humanitarian CRM – Partner Complaint Response Mechanism P-FIM – People-first Impact Method |
| PROJECT BRIEF | The ever-expanding and immense humanitarian needs require the humanitarian system to search for adequate solutions. Typically, local actors, as members of civil society, are the first to respond following a shock. The efficacy and efficiency of humanitarian efforts can be enhanced by leveraging local knowledge, trust, and other complementary capabilities, thereby increasingly empowering local actors. Despite the essential work provided by local and national humanitarian organizations, they often function as mere implementers of strategic and operational decisions made by international humanitarian organizations. Supporting local actors in enhancing their operational preparedness and response capacity, organizational and institutional capabilities, securing sufficient funding, and integrating into pertinent humanitarian coordination mechanisms is paramount. Furthermore, transforming the roles of various actors within the humanitarian system is equally significant. To bolster the capacities of local actors in humanitarian response, preparedness, coordination, and advocacy the Towards Greater Effectiveness and Timeliness in Humanitarian Emergency Response (ToGETHER) project is being implemented in Bangladesh with the support of Malteser International where Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is one of the Local Humanitarian Partners (LHP). Under this project, the CDD will have the opportunity to develop capacity thus enhancing its institutional and operational capabilities to respond to humanitarian crises effectively. ToGETHER strives to transcend organizational limitations, enabling all local and international partners involved to collaborate in developing solutions to humanitarian challenges. Starting with a review of the localisation workstreams and a mapping of the existing capacity development initiatives, the programme will design and implement country-specific activities to increase the representation of local actors in the national humanitarian system and to shape their advocacy in relevant policy processes at country level as well as global level (like Charter4Change, Grand Bargain etc.). Throughout the program, CDD will have the opportunity to develop its humanitarian response capacity based on self-defined needs and priorities and the larger humanitarian context in the country. During the course of the programme CDD will have access to funding for implementing innovative humanitarian approaches and applying acquired capacities in actual crises situations. The programme will further provide technical support and advisory services to CDD and facilitate the creation of platforms for knowledge exchange, learning and evidence-based good practice. |
| Objectives/Outcomes/Long-term Results | The main objective of the Programme is that Local Humanitmian Parhrers (LHP) take responsibilities and actions in the humanitarian system of the country for an effective and timely, accountable, and principled humanitarian action. Output 01. LHP assumes a leading role in strategic decision making and the efficient and accountable implementation of the programme, 02. Institutional and operational Emergency Preparedness, Response and Coordination Capacities of LHP are strengthened, and 03. Knowledge exchange, learning and advocacy enhance quality humanitarian aid programming of LHPs and their role in the humanitarian system |
| Major Activities | · Develop and implement capacity strengthening plan. · Review and develop new policies, procedures, guidelines, for effective and inclusive humanitarian action. · Mentoring, training and workshop · Exchange knowledge and learning through workshops, conferences and South-South-Exchange. · Establish MEAL system including a Complaint Response Mechanism (CRM) · Support other LHPs in the country on inclusion of persons with disabilities in humanitarian action. · Capacity strengthening of stakeholders on the understanding of localization and disability inclusive humanitarian action. · Support disaster affected community through Humanitarian Operation and Innovation Facility (HOIFA) fund. · Introduce People-first Impact Method (P-FIM) as a tool for effective community engagement. · Advocacy for localization. |
| NAME OF DONOR(S) | Malteser International |
| PROJECT DURATION | |
| Starting Date | July 01, 2020 |
| Ending Date | April 30, 2024 |
| PROJECT CONTACT DETAILS | |
| Contact Person’s Name | Nazmul Bari |
| Designation | Director at CDD & Focal of the Project |
| Email address | nazmul.bari@yahoo.com |
| Phone Number | +880 1710 851504 |
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| Division(s) | No specific Division of Bangladesh |
| District(s) | No specific District of Bangladesh |
| Upazila(s) / Thana(s) | No specific Upazila (Sub-district)/Thana of Bangladesh |
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NAME OF PARTNER ORGANISATION(S) (If applicable) | Not Applicable |
| TOTAL BUDGET IN BDT | EUR 145,560 |
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| Abbreviation | LHP- Local HumanitarianCRM – Partner Complaint Response MechanismP-FIM – People-first Impact Method |
| PROJECT BRIEF (Narrative – 500 words max including project aim/goal, approach, beneficiaries, intended changes etc.) |
The ever-expanding and immense humanitarian needs require the humanitarian system to search for adequate solutions. Typically, local actors, as members of civil society, are the first to respond following a shock. The efficacy and efficiency of humanitarian efforts can be enhanced by leveraging local knowledge, trust, and other complementary capabilities, thereby increasingly empowering local actors. Despite the essential work provided by local and national humanitarian organizations, they often function as mere implementers of strategic and operational decisions made by international humanitarian organizations. Supporting local actors in enhancing their operational preparedness and response capacity, organizational and institutional capabilities, securing sufficient funding, and integrating into pertinent humanitarian coordination mechanisms is paramount. Furthermore, transforming the roles of various actors within the humanitarian system is equally significant.To bolster the capacities of local actors in humanitarian response, preparedness, coordination, and advocacy the Towards Greater Effectiveness and Timeliness in Humanitarian Emergency Response (ToGETHER) project is being implemented in Bangladesh with the support of Malteser International where Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is one of the Local Humanitarian Partners (LHP). Under this project, the CDD will have the opportunity to develop capacity thus enhancing its institutional and operational capabilities to respond to humanitarian crises effectively. ToGETHER strives to transcend organizational limitations, enabling all local and international partners involved to collaborate in developing solutions to humanitarian challenges. Starting with a review of the localisation workstreams and a mapping of the existing capacity development initiatives, the programme will design and implement country-specific activities to increase the representation of local actors in the national humanitarian system and to shape their advocacy in relevant policy processes at country level as well as global level (like Charter4Change, Grand Bargain etc.). Throughout the program, CDD will have the opportunity to develop its humanitarian response capacity based on self-defined needs and priorities and the larger humanitarian context in the country. During the course of the programme CDD will have access to funding for implementing innovative humanitarian approaches and applying acquired capacities in actual crises situations. The programme will further provide technical support and advisory services to CDD and facilitate the creation of platforms for knowledge exchange, learning and evidence-based good practice. |
| Objectives/Outcomes/Long-term Results | Objective The main objective of the Programme is that Local Humanitmian Parhrers (LHP) take responsibilities and actions in the humanitarian system of the country for an effective and timely, accountable, and principled humanitarian action. Output 01. LHP assumes a leading role in strategic decision making and the efficient and accountable implementation of the programme,02. Institutional and operational Emergency Preparedness, Response and Coordination Capacities of LHP are strengthened, and03. Knowledge exchange, learning and advocacy enhance quality humanitarian aid programming of LHPs and their role in the humanitarian system |
| Major Activities | · Develop and implement capacity strengthening plan.· Review and develop new policies, procedures, guidelines, for effective and inclusive humanitarian action.· Mentoring, training and workshop· Exchange knowledge and learning through workshops, conferences and South-South-Exchange.· Establish MEAL system including a Complaint Response Mechanism (CRM)· Support other LHPs in the country on inclusion of persons with disabilities in humanitarian action.· Capacity strengthening of stakeholders on the understanding of localization and disability inclusive humanitarian action.· Support disaster affected community through Humanitarian Operation and Innovation Facility (HOIFA) fund.· Introduce People-first Impact Method (P-FIM) as a tool for effective community engagement.· Advocacy for localization. |
| NAME OF DONOR(S) | Malteser International |
| PROJECT DURATION | |
| Starting Date | July 01, 2020 |
| Ending Date | April 30, 2024 |
| PROJECT CONTACT DETAILS | |
| Contact Person’s Name | Nazmul Bari |
| Designation | Director at CDD & Focal of the Project |
| Email address | nazmul.bari@yahoo.com |
| Phone Number | +880 1710 851504 |
| PROJECT LOCATION | |
| Division(s) | No specific Division of Bangladesh |
| District(s) | No specific District of Bangladesh |
| Upazila(s) / Thana(s) | No specific Upazila (Sub-district)/Thana of Bangladesh |
| NAME OF PARTNER ORGANISATION(S) (If applicable) |
Not Applicable |
| TOTAL BUDGET IN BDT | EUR 145,560 (Project Funds) |
ROJECT TITLE | Resilience Strengthening of Vulnerable Populations (RSVP-BD) in Northern, Western and Eastern Bangladesh through a Network Approach of 5 Partner Organizations. |
| PROJECT BRIEF | The climate of southwest coastal region of Bangladesh has become rougher in the last few decades, Bagerhat is one of that and is severely affected by climate change and also considered as one of the most vulnerable coastal regions adjacent to mangrove forest Sundarban. The fertile agricultural hub has now become extremely prone to recurrent natural disasters, salinity, poverty and consequently also has the inability to cope with and fight back the effects of recurring shocks. During super cyclone SIDR and Aila the area was seriously affected and till now the affected community is struggling. The effects of climate change add a new dimension to the risks and vulnerabilities of the community. The women, children, persons with disabilities and the elderly people are the ones primarily at risk. Due to the recurring disasters, they lose their opportunities to work and earn. It is continuing because the community peoples of Khontakata have very limited understanding about policies and laws and their participation in disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation processes is limited and their opinions are not considered. To overcome the situation, Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) in partnership with Malteser International (MI) is implementing a 2 years and 8.5 Month project titled “Resilience strengthening of vulnerable populations in Northern, Western and Eastern Bangladesh through a network approach of 5 partner organizations” project in Khontakata Union, Sharankhola upazila of Bagerhat district.And the goal of the project is ‘Vulnerable households are more resilient to the effects of climate change through community organizing, advocacy, the development of alternative livelihoods, localization and emergency preparedness.’ This project will reach 3,208 people including persons with disabilities (225 person), community people (2500 person), government, local government officials (206 person) in Sarankhola sub-district under Bagerhat district in Bangladesh. |
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Objectives/Outcomes/Long-term Results | The vulnerability of at-risk, marginalized, rural riverine and coastal communities is reduced through improved socio-economic conditions and emergency preparedness. |
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Major Activities | § Establish linkages with stakeholders (universities, colleges, organizations, government agencies) to develop a cohesive, coherent development approach based on factual information about climate resilience and adaptive technologies. § Development of inclusive, sustainable, and risk-appropriate livelihoods through capacity building, grant support and development of new market § Vulnerable, marginalized people who do not yet have access to government services improve their economic and social needs with NGO support and advocacy work.§ Capacity building of climate change-vulnerable individuals and their communities to empower them on DiDRR and CCA. |
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NAME OF DONOR(S) | Malteser International |
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PROJECT DURATION | |
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Starting Date | 15 November 2022 |
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Ending Date | 31 July 2025 |
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PROJECT CONTACT DETAILS | |
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Contact Person’s Name | Syed Abdus Salam |
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Designation | Associate Coordinator |
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Email address | syedsalam82@gmail.com |
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Phone Number | 01912518705 |
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Division(s) | Khulna |
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District(s) | Bagerhat |
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Upazila(s) / Thana(s) | Khontakata Union under Sarankhola Sub-District |
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| TOTAL BUDGET IN BDT | BDT 20,055,000.00 |
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PROJECT TITLE |
Sustainable Education Support for Deaf Children in Bangladesh |
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Abbreviation |
SES-DCB |
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PROJECT BRIEF |
The project aims towards creating a deaf-friendly model for pre-primary education at six Government schools by system strengthening and capacity building of stakeholders including parents. It also envisages enabling parents/family members of deaf children in primary schools for providing communication and literacy support at their homes. This would help in establishing sustainable support mechanisms for deaf children at home as well as in schools. The idea is to influence the national Government to adapt the model and integrate it within their pre-primary education system by strengthening networking and collaboration with government departments and non-government organisations. |
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Objectives/Outcomes/Long-term Results |
Long Term Outcome-1: Deaf children are able to progress through the mainstream school system in Dhaka, Jhenaidah, Nilphamary, Chattogram Long Term Outcome-2: Recommendations from the pilot of 6 deaf-friendly pilot schools are accepted and rolled out by the national Bangladesh government
Intermediate Outcome 1 Parents and siblings are able to sustainably provide communication and literacy support to 130 deaf children
Intermediate Outcome 2 22 Deaf children receive deaf inclusive pre-primary education at 6 schools Intermediate Outcome 3 130 deaf children improve communication and literacy skills as a result of support received from parents/family members on deaf inclusive education Intermediate Outcome 4 Department of Primary Education (DPE) recognize the deaf friendly model/processes created in 6 schools |
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Major Activities |
1. Develop 40 modules including detailed information of TLMs on "How to Support Deaf Children in Communication and Literacy" (20 modules for 3-6; and 20 modules for 7-14 age group) in the next 15 months (based on the review of the current project’s modules) 2. Organise 5 Days refresher’s training on "How to Support Deaf Children in Communication and Literacy" for 21 project staff 3. Conduct online sign language training for project staff on 10 modules (10 sessions X 4 PNGOs) 4. Project inception workshop at CDD 21 with project staff 5. Home-based fourth nightly 20 practical training with demonstration for 130 parents/family members of deaf children (up to 6) on "How to Support Deaf Children in Communication and Literacy" 6. Provision of TLM Box including tools to Parents/families of 130 DC for preparing and preserving TLMs 7. Provision of diary book to 130 children to practice independent writing 8. Organize 24 half-day (6 x 4 PNGOs) workshops at four locations for horizontal learning sharing among parents and family members 8. Organise meeting (quarterly) with teachers and SMC members and seek their supports for making the school inclusive especially for deaf children. 9. Develop TLMs and other materials and distributed them to each pilot school to support classroom activities 10. Provided improved BEKAS kit to 6 pre-primary classes 11. Organise 5 days training at CDD for 12 teachers (2 per school) and 10 project staff (6 concern staff + 4 FC) on “How to Support Deaf Children in an Inclusive Pre-Primary Classroom” 12. Quarterly follow up communication with 35 primary schools and 17 secondary schools and provide instant technical support where required. 13. Regular communication with local and district level government officials including One Stop Service Centres by field level project staff 14. Regular communication with 15 CC and 9 EPI Centres 15. Communication with other local stakeholders’ direct visits and discussion meetings by field level project staff 16. Publication of a TLM guidebook on ‘TLMs for deaf children’ |
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NAME OF DONOR(S) |
Deaf Child Worldwide (DCW) – UK |
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PROJECT DURATION |
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Starting Date |
1st January 2021 |
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Ending Date |
31st March 2022 |
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PROJECT CONTACT DETAILS |
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Contact Person's Name |
Iftekhar Ahmed Shorful |
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Designation |
Coordinator |
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Email address |
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Phone Number |
+8801712160935 |
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PROJECT LOCATION |
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Division(s) |
Dhaka, Khulna, Chattogram, Rangpur |
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District(s) |
Dhaka, Jhenaidah, Nilphamary, Chattogram |
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NAME OF PARTNER ORGANISATION(S) |
1. Access Bangladesh Foundation (Dhaka) 2. AID Foundation (Jhenaidah) 3. Self Help and Rehabilitation Programme-SHARP (Nilphamary) 4. Songshoptaque (Chattogram) |
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TOTAL BUDGET IN BDT |
14,630,960 |
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TARGET BENEFICIARIES |
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Direct Beneficiaries |
130 Deaf Children, 137 Family members, 44 Staff and professionals, 300 Peer students, |
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Indirect Beneficiaries |
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