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Integrated work for people, communities and the environment

NISD's work is organised into standing programme areas. Each one combines practical delivery in communities with the documentation that lets the result be checked.

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Environment and Climate Action

Tree planting, waste management, conservation and community awareness work to restore land and reduce pollution.

  • Restore forest cover and biodiversity through planting native species
  • Reduce plastic pollution on coastlines and in communities
  • Combat soil erosion and improve air quality
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Education and Skills Development

School support, early childhood learning, digital skills and vocational training for young people.

  • Help vulnerable children start and remain in school
  • Support early childhood learning in community nurseries
  • Open digital and technical skills to young people, particularly girls
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Healthcare and Community Welfare

Strengthening health centres, preparing for disease outbreaks, and supporting older people and other vulnerable groups.

  • Strengthen health centres and hospitals serving rural communities
  • Improve outbreak preparedness, monitoring and response
  • Ensure older people and people with disabilities can reach care
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Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals

NISD's programmes contribute to 12 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

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