Our Impact
Since 2008, ACTIV has been working with disadvantaged communities in Vanuatu, especially those in rural areas, to identify economic opportunities and support their livelihoods. We work with producers to help improve product quality and we encourage the involvement of women in production. Environmental sustainability underpins our work across these areas.
Supporting Rural CommunitiesMost of the population of Vanuatu lives in rural areas, and with limited opportunity. ACTIV continues to facilitate skill-building workshops and help communities in rural areas to generate income by identifying economic opportunities. More people now have access to the local and international markets to sell their products, including at our Handicraft Centre, and more are able to contribute to their communities by using new production skills learned at ACTIV workshops.
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Improving Product QualityACTIV encourages the constant improvement in quality of local products in order to meet demand. With support from the Pacific Agricultural Research and Development Initiative (PARDI), we are educating small-scale cocoa growers on best agricultural practices and linking the local industry with established quality chocolate businesses. With the opening of the Aelan Chocolate factory, these growers will be able to have a strong and lasting trade relationship with ACTIV. Click to learn more.
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Empowering WomenWe support women by helping them to access economic opportunities and contribute to their family income. We hold workshops for women to build on their skills in handicraft-making, facilitate the trade of their products and help them to diversify their skill-sets. Soon we will be holding specialised information sessions that will provide local women with reproductive education and information on women's rights.
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Protecting the EnvironmentEnvironmental sustainability is one of the key underlying missions of ACTIV. In partnership with Village Infrastructure Angels (VIA), we have begun delivering microfinancing solar power equipment to rural areas in Vanuatu. We have also held workshops regarding the use of solar energy (see agro-processing) in the hope that rural communities will be able to enjoy the benefits of energy without the expense of electricity or leaving a mark on the environment. We even use solar panels to help power the ACTIV Centre!
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