Food Security & Livelihood Development
Strengthening families, boosting incomes, and growing resilience from the ground up.
In the arid lands of Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia, food insecurity is a daily reality for millions. Droughts, conflict, poor market access, and limited livelihood opportunities continue to trap families in cycles of hunger and economic fragility.
At APID, we work side by side with communities to break this cycle — one harvest, one small business, one empowered family at a time.
Our programs focus on boosting food production through climate-smart agriculture, diversifying income sources, improving access to vital markets, and building resilience so households can weather future shocks.
We believe real change happens when farmers have access to reliable seeds and water, when young people turn skills into businesses, and when women-led enterprises connect to broader economies.
Every initiative we support is tailored to the unique needs and strengths of each community, ensuring that growth is locally driven, dignified, and sustainable.
People Reached
Regional Context & Challenges
Across East Africa, millions face chronic food insecurity fueled by the below. Without urgent interventions, vulnerable households are left with limited choices — migration, humanitarian dependency, or survival on precarious incomes.
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Recurrent droughts and environmental degradation
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Conflict, displacement, and restricted access to markets
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Poor agricultural practices and limited infrastructure
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Youth unemployment and gender inequality in economic participation
Call to action
Food security isn’t just about having enough to eat — it’s about stability, dignity, and hope for the next generation
How We Work
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Supporting Sustainable Livelihoods
We help communities strengthen and diversify their sources of income through sustainable farming, livestock management, and non-agricultural enterprises. Our programs build skills in entrepreneurship, promote climate-smart agricultural techniques, and connect individuals to training and financial services that enhance economic independence.
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Strengthening Value Chains and Market Access
APID invests in building cooperative networks, improving market infrastructure, and supporting value addition at the community level. By connecting producers directly to larger markets, we help increase profitability, create jobs, and empower smallholder farmers, women, and youth to compete fairly and sustainably.
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Providing Food Security and Safety Nets
We address urgent food needs while building long-term resilience. Through nutrition education, food preservation initiatives, and targeted cash transfer programs, we support vulnerable households in times of crisis — ensuring food access today while strengthening families’ ability to recover and grow tomorrow.