Fostering Economic Growth for a Sustainable Future Aga Khan Foundation’s Approach Al-Nasir Hamir, Program Manager October 24, 2017

Overview AKFC’s Approach to Sustainable Development Principles of AKFC’s Inclusive Livelihoods Approach Mention that AKF works directly and indirectly on (just about) all of the SDGs Innovations: Cross-border markets Accelerate Prosperity Appropriate seed varieties, innovations for water management

An Integrated Approach to Achieving Impact

Map slide We work primarily in rural and peri-urban areas

AKFC’s Sustainable Development Approach Broad definition of Poverty: Quality of Life Approach Key characteristics of AKFC’s approach to development: Multi-Input Area Development Long-term Community-led Deep engagement with local civil society (social capital) Ensure women and youth are involved in decision-making processes We work primarily in rural and peri-urban areas

AKFC’s Sustainable Livelihoods Approach Deliberate about empowerment of women, the poor and other marginalized groups Build on existing economic and social assets: natural resources, culture, education levels Link to key economic actors through a market systems approach Strengthen enabling environment for economic growth through work with civil society Environmental stewardship; build on opportunities in the ‘green economy’ Enabling environment Supporting local companies that emerge from program interventions

Undertaken with the financial support of: