Supporting Education for Internally Displaced Chil

PROJECT STATUS REPORTSupporting Education for Internally Displaced Children in Mali (Project ID: 72303)1. General Information

• Project Title: Supporting Education for Internally Displaced Children in Mali

• Project ID: 72303

• Implementing Organization: ASRAD Mali (Appui Solidaire pour le Renforcement de l’Aide au Développement)

• Reporting Period: [À compléter – ex: Janvier 2025 – Avril 2026]

2. Executive Summary

The project Supporting Education for Internally Displaced Children in Mali (72303) aims to ensure access to quality and inclusive education for internally displaced children affected by conflict and insecurity. Despite the urgency of the situation and the growing number of displaced children in Mali, the project has not yet secured any financial support. As a result, no planned activities have been implemented. The project remains in a preparatory phase and continues to actively seek funding and strategic partnerships.

3. Project Objectives

The main objectives of the project are:

• To provide access to education for internally displaced children;

• To supply learning materials and establish temporary learning spaces;

• To support psychosocial well-being of displaced children through education;

• To promote inclusive and resilient education systems in crisis-affected areas.

4. Current Status of the Project

As of the reporting period:

• No financial resources have been secured;

• No field activities have been initiated;

• The project remains in the planning and resource mobilization phase;

• Funding proposals have been submitted to potential donors and partners.

5. Challenges EncounteredPrimary Challenge:

• Lack of Funding:
  The absence of financial resources has delayed the implementation of critical education interventions for internally displaced children.

Additional Constraints:

• Ongoing insecurity limiting access to affected areas;

• Increasing number of internally displaced persons (IDPs);

• High competition for humanitarian and education funding;

• Limited availability of flexible funding for education in emergencies.

6. Actions Taken

ASRAD Mali has undertaken several actions to mobilize support:

• Submission of project proposals to donors and humanitarian agencies;

• Engagement with education and protection partners;

• Participation in international advocacy platforms;

• Strengthening project design to align with donor priorities (Education in Emergencies).

7. Way Forward / Next Steps

ASRAD Mali remains committed to this critical initiative and will:

• Continue resource mobilization efforts;

• Strengthen partnerships with humanitarian and education stakeholders;

• Explore funding opportunities focused on Education in Emergencies (EiE);

• Adapt the project proposal based on evolving needs of displaced populations.

8. Conclusion

Although the project Supporting Education for Internally Displaced Children in Mali (72303) has not yet received funding, it remains a priority for ASRAD Mali. The educational needs of internally displaced children are urgent and critical, and the organization continues to actively seek financial and technical support to ensure the implementation of this project.

Prepared by:
ASRAD Mali
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