Attachments
Highlights
WFP conducted a five-day nutrition workshop for the BRESCA project management unit on nutrition-sensitive agriculture activities
WFP visits flood-affected sites in the community of Dechencholing for case study
US$1.7 million six months (September 2024 - February 2025) net funding requirements
Operational Updates
Smallholder agriculture
• WFP conducted a five-day nutrition consultation workshop for the Building Resilient Commercial Smallholder Agriculture (BRECSA) project management unit (PMU), participated by 13 staff. The workshop aimed to i) orient the PMU on nutrition-sensitive agriculture activities under the BRECSA project and ii) contribute to enhancing their capacity to implement effective strategies for the project. The workshop also facilitated discussions to establish seamless integration methods for operations and activities between the PMU and WFP, ensuring synergy and maximizing impact. The PMU affirmed the criteria for targeting beneficiary groups, defined key performance indicators, and developed a comprehensive monitoring plan to effectively track progress and outcomes.
WFP visit to Dechencholing flood-affected site
• WFP conducted a field visit to the flood-affected site in Dechencholing, Thimphu on 13 August. The flood, which occurred on 9 August, has significantly impacted 133 households and 62 foreign workers employed at nearby construction sites. Despite being categorized as a community-level disaster, the magnitude of the event is considerable due to the high population density in the affected area. All emergency frontliners were extensively engaged in the disaster response efforts. WFP continues to coordinate with the Government to arrange a meeting with these frontline responders for a comprehensive after-action review.