Open Call: Enhancing Climate Resilience and Livelihoods of Small Producers

 

The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking applications for projects that support vulnerable migrants and develop youth skills in the gastronomy sector across El Salvador. Initiatives focus on livelihoods, technical and vocational training, entrepreneurship, gender equality, and inclusive economic growth while strengthening community resilience and food security.

Overview of the Programme

The WFP initiative aims to safeguard vulnerable migrants and empower young people through technical, vocational, and entrepreneurship programs. Projects target economic inclusion, skill development, and sustainable livelihoods, while promoting gender equity, resilience, and food security.

Focus Areas

Key focus areas include:

• Camp management and humanitarian access
• Communication for development and conflict sensitivity
• Gender equality and women’s empowerment
• Training, technical and vocational education
• Youth leadership and participation
• Microfinance, entrepreneurship, and access to markets
• Monitoring, evaluation, and capacity building

Geographic Scope

Projects operate in:

• Departamento de San Salvador
• Departamento de Santa Ana
• Departamento de San Miguel

Programme Components

Migrant Support Project

• Planning and outreach to identify 95 young people and 40 entrepreneurs from migrant populations
• Participation in technical training and capacity-building workshops
• Linkage to internships, labor market entry, and entrepreneurship opportunities
• Management of participant data and information for efficient project delivery

GastroLab Surf City Initiative

• Identification and selection of young people with potential in gastronomy
• Technical training and mentorship led by partner organisations
• Internship and employment placement within the gastronomy sector
• Focus on soft skills development, professional growth, and labor market integration
• Contribution to inclusive economic growth and local food security

Expected Results

Projects aim to achieve:

• Updated and accurate beneficiary records
• Participatory community diagnostics and assessments
• Strengthened productive and marketing capacities
• Promotion of climate adaptation and resilience practices
• Planned procurement of materials and equipment
• Enhanced gender equity and behavior change initiatives
• Support for community coordination and capacity building
• Monitoring of production processes and assets
• Continuous technical assistance and mentorship
• Development and implementation of marketing strategies
• Strengthening or creation of savings and entrepreneurial groups
• Sharing of best practices and ensuring project sustainability via monitoring, evaluation, and learning

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include:

• NGOs and civil society organisations with experience in youth development, gastronomy, or migrant support
• Organisations capable of coordinating multi-stakeholder projects and maintaining transparent operations
• Groups committed to gender inclusion, technical training, and community empowerment

How to Apply

1. Confirm eligibility based on organisational capacity and geographic focus
2. Develop a detailed project plan covering training, technical skills, internships, and entrepreneurial support
3. Include partnership arrangements for implementation and mentorship
4. Outline monitoring, evaluation, and sustainability mechanisms
5. Submit all materials according to WFP application guidelines before the deadline

Why This Programme Matters

This initiative addresses vulnerability among migrants and promotes youth empowerment through skill development in the gastronomy sector. By combining technical training, internships, entrepreneurship, and community engagement, the programme strengthens resilience, food security, and inclusive economic growth.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Incomplete or unclear project proposals
• Lack of clear partnership and mentorship strategies
• Weak monitoring, evaluation, and sustainability plans
• Neglecting gender inclusion and equity considerations
• Insufficient focus on technical and vocational skill-building

FAQs

1. Who is the target population? Vulnerable migrants and youth interested in gastronomy.
2. Where are projects implemented? Departamento de San Salvador, Santa Ana, and San Miguel.
3. What types of interventions are supported? Skills training, vocational education, internships, entrepreneurship, and gender empowerment.
4. Are NGOs and civil society organizations eligible? Yes, with capacity to implement and manage projects effectively.
5. How does the program support sustainability? Through monitoring, evaluation, learning, and community engagement.
6. Is gender equity a requirement? Yes, projects must integrate gender-sensitive approaches.
7. What is the expected impact? Enhanced skills, livelihood opportunities, economic inclusion, resilience, and food security.

Conclusion

The WFP migrant and youth gastronomy initiatives create inclusive, resilient, and sustainable pathways for vulnerable populations. By combining skills development, mentorship, and market access, these projects empower migrants and youth while contributing to community resilience, economic growth, and food security in targeted regions.

For more information, visit UN Partner Portal.