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This special edition of the V4CP newsletter features a variety of success stories from across the programme's countries and sectors. The Stories of Change tell of the actions CSOs take to address challenges faced by communities concerning nutrition, sanitation, and clean energy.
The Voice for Change Partnership (V4CP) programme is a joint effort by the Dutch government, SNV, and research partner IFPRI to strengthen the capacities of civil society organisations (CSOs) to contribute to the development of policies and practices that support the interests of poor and marginalised communities. The programme uniquely employs evidence-based advocacy as a means to influence systems change in Burkina Faso, Ghana, Honduras, Indonesia, Kenya, and Rwanda
Keep an eye on future developments in the programme via the V4CP programme page, and stay informed by subscribing to the link below.
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Three Burkinabe CSOs join forces to enhance the renewable energy sector in Burkina Faso. Find out what brought these unique CSOs together and how they are advancing their renewable energy cause.
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In 2019, the Honduran National Strategy for the Adoption of Efficient Stoves is expected to be finalised. Read how the establishment of an Inter-Institutional Platform initiated by V4CP’s CSOs contributed to the strategy’s development and success.
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Delve into the process of how CSOs in Honduras are strengthening their advocacy skills in order to influence systems change.
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GROOTS Kenya is a grassroots network that encourages women in communities to advocate for clean cooking at county level. This story illustrates how a partnership between GROOTS Kenya and national advocacy organisations led to the integration of improved cook stoves in Kitui County’s development plan. Watch video.
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How do you hold producers accountable when 80% of Kenya’s milk is sold in the informal sector? For CUTS, a leading consumer organisation, the answer lies in the establishment of an online portal that accommodates consumer reviews. In doing so, food safety concerns are placed back in the country’s policy agenda. Learn how the portal is faring.
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Ghana Exchange Visit participants at minigrid site Daban, Kumasi region
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How do you create a movement against stunting – a condition caused by malnutrition in children – and garner support from all relevant stakeholders? In East Lombok, an Indonesian CSO learns that the answer lies in evidence-based advocacy.
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The term “Open Defecation Free” (ODF) was unfamiliar for Sijunjung locals some years ago. Today, it is a household term. Learn how a local Indonesian CSO used evidence-based advocacy to inspire the Sijunjung District Government to prioritise sanitation and end the practice of open defecation.
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Kenya’s pastoral communities hold a wealth of experience and know-how in coping with livelihood-related effects of climate change. So, when a key climate change adaptation policy was up for review, V4CP CSOs utilised their advocacy skills and research findings to champion the inclusion of pastoral communities during policy formulation.
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Two Rwandan CSOs are using evidence-based advocacy to catalyse change in monitoring incidences of stunting in Rwanda. Find out how a multi-stakeholder approach and budget tracking activities help tackle malnutrition, taking Rwanda closer to realising its SDG commitments.
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In November, V4CP CSOs travelled to Ghana to learn what the Ghanaian renewable energy (RE) sector players are doing, how they are doing it, and the successes they have achieved. Read Kenya's Victor Gathogo's and Anne Songole's account of the exchange visit
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