Japan Grants US$ 2.66 Mn for Climate Resilience and Gender Equality in Sri Lanka 📈

The Government of Japan, via the Japanese Supplementary Budget (JSB), has committed US$ 2.66 Million to fund two key initiatives implemented by the UNDP to bolster sustainable recovery and inclusive development. • Overall Funding & Partners: Totaling US$ 2.66 Mn, these projects are a collaboration between the UNDP and the Government of Sri Lanka, focusing on the Northern, Eastern, and Central Provinces. • Climate-Smart Dairy (US$ 1.5 Mn): This project targets dairy value chains through energy transition and nature-based solutions. Focuses on Kilinochchi and Nuwara Eliya districts. Direct impact: 750 smallholder farmers; indirect impact: 5,000+ individuals. Aims to modernize rural farming with renewable energy, enhancing yields while reducing carbon emissions. • Inclusive Mine Action (US$ 1.16 Mn): Focuses on the "Gender Responsive Advancement" of women deminers in Kilinochchi, Mullaitivu, and the Eastern Province. Addresses high vulnerability rates (70–72% in these regions) by deploying advanced demining technologies. Enhances land clearance efficiency to facilitate resettlement and livelihood recovery in post-conflict zones. • Economic Context: These initiatives directly support Sri Lanka’s transition toward climate-resilient agriculture and sustainable livelihoods, crucial for long-term food security and the empowerment of women in the labor force.