Holistic Development

Through our work, we aim to promote holistic wellbeing, social inclusion, and economic opportunity for all members of the community, with a particular focus on vulnerable populations. Our programs prioritize health, wellbeing, and environmental sustainability, recognizing the interconnectedness of these factors in achieving resilient and thriving communities.

Building Inclusive Communities

By empowering rural communities, we seek to create a ripple effect of positive change that extends far beyond individuals. Our goal is to build inclusive communities that promote wellbeing, social cohesion, and economic opportunities

Why Community Engagement, Social Inclusion and Support, Health and Wellbeing Entrepreneurship, Climate Smart Agriculture and Environment Matter in Our Approach

At Hand in Hand Zimbabwe, we prioritize community engagement, social inclusion and support, health and wellbeing, entrepreneurship, climate-smart agriculture, and environment because they are interconnected pillars that address the multiple facets of food security livelihoods and promote socio-economic resilience. By focusing on these areas, we can create a comprehensive approach that fosters resilient communities, promotes sustainable economic growth, improves health and wellbeing outcomes, supports vulnerable populations, and protects the environment. Our holistic strategy recognizes that community development is not just about economic growth, but also about promoting social inclusion, health, wellbeing, and environmental sustainability, ultimately creating a brighter future for all.

The Big Picture

Since 2015 when the world’s governments, civil society organizations, and citizens rallied around the UN Millennium Development Goals, some 1.2 billion people continue to live on less than US $2.25 a day, struggling to access necessities like food, clean water, and healthcare. Concentrated overwhelmingly in sub-Saharan Africa and central Asia, this ‘bottom billion’ remains largely untouched by the global project to eradicate poverty, with limited opportunities for sustainable livelihoods and vulnerable to food insecurity and poor health outcomes.

An average of five family members benefits from every job we create – particularly for women, who make up over 90 percent of Hand in Hand entrepreneurs. Conservatively estimating an average family size of four, then, some 250 million jobs are required to lift the bottom billion out of extreme poverty, ensure food security, and improve health and well-being. By empowering entrepreneurs and creating sustainable livelihoods, we can help break the cycle of poverty and ensure that millions of people have access to nutritious food, clean water, and quality healthcare, ultimately improving their overall health and well-being.”