A vast coordination web has been created with all partners in the region to cover needs and to avoid overlapping. Needless to say, these partners have access to WFP offices and personnel. This keeps all those involved in constant touch with projects and needs. This has hampered the execution of all activities planned for this period. WFP El Paraiso reports a low level of activity in most communities due to shortages in food supply.
Some communities continue to work in road rehabilitation.
Aid to the vulnerable population is increasing rapidly with help from Ministry of Health. Women's groups are working to build nurseries for fruit orchards, vegetables, basic grains and reforestation. At least one community is clearing land for recreation. This is not Mitch-related but it keeps the youth busy and out of trouble in the afternoons. There is great need to evaluate the impact of our program on the job market, on food production and on sustainability in order to avoid increased dependency.