Promoting peace, resilience, and sustainable livelihoods for pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in East Africa.
Organization for Pastoral Peace and Development (OPPD)
Who We Are
Organization for Pastoralist, Peace and Development (OPPD) is a nonprofit making grassroots organization and local established community-based organization, founded by group of committed professionals, volunteers and lovers of the better world. OPPD was established after survey was conducted by the founders, which the result has showed a large number of East Africa pastoral regions (Ethiopia, Somalia and Kenya) are one of the most food insecure regions, with the large number of its population living at subsistence levels and dependent on food aid. The pastoral areas have an extremely variable and low rainfall distributed bi-modally, where the average annual rainfall ranges from less than 200 mm to 700 mm.
Due to the an erratic rainfall regimes in these range areas, there is a wide seasonal fluctuation in quantity and quality of vegetation which poses major problems to livestock production. Livestock production is the major occupation for the pastoralists, who represent the major portion of population in the pastoral areas.
What We Do
01.
—Health, Nutrition and Women and Child based Programs,
We deliver basic health and nutrition programs with a focus on women, children, and vulnerable groups to ensure healthier futures.
02.
— Food Security and Livelihood Programs
Building sustainable agricultural and livestock systems for resilience.
03.
— Pastoral Peace building Programs
Fostering dialogue, social cohesion, and conflict resolution in pastoral regions.
04.
— Sanitation and Hygiene Promotions
Expanding access to clean water and improved hygiene for vulnerable communities.
05.
— Supporting of IDPs and Handicapped People
Supporting displaced people, handicapped individuals, orphans and other marginalized groups with essential assistance and inclusion programs.
06.
— Capacity Building & Education
Empowering communities through training, governance strengthening, and alternative basic education opportunities.
Impact Stories
🌱 A New Beginning Through Livelihood Support
When drought devastated her herd, Fatuma feared she would not be able to feed her children. Through OPPD’s food security and livelihood program, she received training and small-scale farming tools. Today, her kitchen garden provides food year-round and she earns extra income at the local market.
💧 Clean Water, Healthy Futures
In a village long plagued by waterborne diseases, OPPD installed a borehole and supported hygiene training. Children now attend school regularly instead of fetching water, and families enjoy better health, dignity, and hope for the future.