CERF-funded Project
Colombia
Protecting the lives and health of individuals and communities impacted by the armed conflict in the departments of Choco, Nariño and the district of Buenaventura (Valle del Cauca) (23-UF-WHO-021)
| Grant | $1,106,977 |
|---|---|
| Recipient UN Agency | WHO |
| Emergency type | Violence/Clashes |
| Window | Underfunded Emergencies |
| Sector | Health |
| Group(s) of people targeted | Host communities, Internally displaced persons, Other affected persons |
| Number of people targeted | 7,808 |
| Implementation dates | | |
Project overview
The main objective of this project is to provide quality health assistance by reducing avoidable mortality and morbidity for vulnerable groups affected by armed conflict. This WHO project provides medical supplies, mental health and psychosocial support services, as well as access to clean and safe drinking water. The project supports 7,808 people, including 3,453 women, 2,577 children, 1,778 men, and 808 people with disabilities.