Impact & strategy

Building resilience, self-reliance and sustainable communities

OPF's theory of change links community empowerment with stronger livelihoods, natural-resource stewardship, governance and resilience.

Theory of change

Knowledge + skills + resources + participation → stronger communities

If communities are empowered with knowledge, skills, resources, opportunities and meaningful participation in decision-making, then they can strengthen their livelihoods, protect their natural resources, improve governance and build resilience, leading to healthier, more secure, empowered and sustainable communities.

Expected long-term impact

What OPF aims to contribute to

Improved livelihoods

Improved household livelihoods and greater community self-reliance.

Resilience

Increased community resilience to climate and livelihood shocks.

Livestock productivity

Improved livestock productivity within sustainable pastoral systems.

Natural resources

Sustainable management and improved protection of natural resources.

Women & youth participation

Greater participation of women and youth in development and decision-making.

Governance & peace

Improved community governance, stronger local institutions and peaceful coexistence.

Sustainability

How OPF seeks lasting results

Local institutions

Strengthening local structures and leadership.

Community capacity

Building skills, knowledge and confidence.

Partnerships

Developing diverse and strategic collaborations.

Resource diversity

Diversifying funding and supporting sustainable livelihoods.