Resilient Reconstruction through Building Back Better

Project Name: Resilient Reconstruction through Building Back Better

Implemented by: Janahit Gramin Sewa Samittee (JGSS)

Supported by: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Project Period: October 2018 to December 2019

Covered Areas: Earthquake-affected communities of Sindhupalchok District

Total Budget: NPR 8,856,599

Type of Support: Grant and in-kind support

Major Interventions and Achievements:

1. Household Reconstruction

• Provided grant and in-kind support to 20 households for the reconstruction of earthquake-resilient houses.
• Promoted the Build Back Better approach to improve the safety and resilience of reconstructed homes.
• Provided technical and social support to beneficiary households throughout the reconstruction process.

2. Livelihood Recovery

• Provided livelihood input support to 63 people to restore and strengthen household income-generating activities.
• Supported vulnerable households to rebuild their livelihoods and improve economic resilience following the earthquake.

3. Community-Based Financial Support

• Established a revolving fund through community committees formed under the supervision of local wards.
• Promoted community-level financial mechanisms to support sustainable livelihood recovery and continued access to resources.

4. Youth Mobilization and Community Participation

• Mobilized local youth and community members in reconstruction, livelihood recovery, awareness, and community development activities.
• Encouraged youth participation as community volunteers and local change agents in building resilient communities.
• Promoted inclusive participation of community members in local recovery and reconstruction processes.

Key Focus:
The project focused on resilient reconstruction, Build Back Better, livelihood recovery, community-based financial mechanisms, youth mobilization, and strengthening the resilience of earthquake-affected households and communities.