| :: What is Livelihood? |
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Livelihood can be defined as a combination of all the different occupations and activities that contribute to, or affect, the ability to ensure a living for an individual and his/her family. It is about the individual, and his/her capabilities and means of earning a living, including income and assets (an asset could be property, livestock, equipment, or the availability of natural resources). |
A livelihood is 'sustainable' when it maintains or improves an individual's ability, and the ability of others in a community, to earn a living now and into the future. Modified from Regaining Your Livelihood, Consortium of Humanitarian Agencies (CHA) |
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The CHA Livelihood website is an information source/exchange. It also acts as a forum for discussion and as a link between people involved in livelihood initiatives. The website is meant to reach an island-wide audience; therefore contributions, ideas, and feedback are greatly appreciated from anyone involved or interested in livelihood development. |
| :: Success Stories |
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N. A. Feinoor |
Nona was living with her three children aged 11, 10 and 5 years. The tsunami washed away her house along with her father and husband. She started a small shop in her house in the Tsunami Village.
She started a small shop in her house in the Tsunami Village.
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Yasath Gunawardana |
Yasatha, in his shop adjoining his house, was involved in repairing and assembling computers, and video editing. The tsunami destroyed all the machines in his shop.
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