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Agriculture and Food security

Improving production and harvests through capacity building in climate smart agricultural practices, value-addition/ processing, infrastructure development.

Water Sanitation and Hygiene-WASH

Community Relief and Development Foundation (CRDF) invests in communities to improve equal access to safely managed water and sanitation

Environmental Conservation

Engaging communities in sustainable environmental conservation to mitigate negative effects of climate change. Enhancing community resilience to effects of disasters through capacity

Enterprise and Livelihoods

Community Relief and Development Foundation-CRDF Zambia facilitates sustainable employment creation and addressing inequality to support the women and youths,

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Shifting Power In Our Movement

In the journey to transform lives and uplift communities, true change happens when we shift the power to the very people who live and work in these communities. This guiding principle is at the heart of the Community Relief and Development Foundation (CRDF). Established in 2007 to address poverty and deprivation in Zambia’s Western and Southern Provinces, CRDF is a beacon for a more equitable and empowered Zambia, where rural communities thrive through nature-based solutions, equal opportunities, and sustainable practices.

Clean Water Issues

Clean water is fundamental to life, yet for millions around the world, it remains a distant reality. The availability of clean water is not just a matter of access but is intricately linked to health, education, economic prosperity, and overall community development. As populations grow and climate change intensifies, addressing clean water issues has become one of the most pressing global challenges.

Support Our Children

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and succeed in a supportive environment, yet millions of children face barriers that prevent them from reaching their full potential. Issues like access to quality education, nutritious food, healthcare, and a safe home are fundamental to a child’s well-being, but many families and communities struggle to provide these essentials. Supporting our children isn’t just an investment in their future—it’s an investment in our world, fostering a more compassionate, educated, and resilient society.