Global programs / Global project 938-0162 · 1981–1988 · Volunteers in Technical Assistance, Inc. (VITA)
Sound planning for small-scale agricultural projects in developing countries calls not only for adequate technology and funds, but also for the integration of social, cultural, economic, and very importantly, environmental considerations. DEC abstract (PN-AAK-924)
The first volume of the guidelines series was jointly published in 1979 by VITA and The Mohonk Trust.1 The water booklet was written for community development workers in developing countries who are not technicians in the area of water resources.1
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Operated in: Bangladesh, Kenya.
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| Name | Role | Years | Basis | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volunteers in Technical Assistance, Inc. (VITA) | implementer | 1981 to 1988 | Stated in a document | 4 sources |
| Coordination in Development, Inc. | implementer | 1981 to 1988 | Stated in a document | 4 sources |
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| Name | Years | Basis | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| AID/SOD-PDC-G-0235 (grant, fiscal year not recorded) | 1981 | Stated in a document | 2 sources |
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| 1981 |
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Sector profile (computed): Program management, planning and administration 30%; Agriculture: crop production, inputs, pests, irrigation 26%; Natural resources and biodiversity (forests, wildlife, water resources) 18%
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Program key prj:9380162