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Priorities of the People: Hardship in Vanuatu
Some Ni-Vanuatu are living in difficult conditions and facing real hardship as modernization strains the traditional system of sharing food and goods between all members of the community. To better understand hardship in Vanuatu, the government initiated a “Participatory Hardship Assessment” in 2002. Ni-Vanuatu from all walks of life, especially the poor, were asked to describe poverty and hardship from their point of view and suggest the most important priority actions to improve their lives. Interviews were held at the household level, and focus group discussions and workshops were held with the communities. The Department of Economic and Social Development led the effort to consult with traditional and elected officials and women and youth leaders in 12 village and settlement communities. The assessment was funded by the Asian Development Bank. The online edition is free of charge. An applicable shipping and handling fee will be charged for hard copy orders of this publication.
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