The Year in Pictures
Slideshows
Highlights from Around the World
In 2008, UNDP supported poverty reduction efforts, crisis prevention and recovery, democratic governance and sustainable, green growth in developing countries, providing concrete, measurable results for the countries, and the people whom it serves. View Slideshow
Restoring Livelihoods in Indonesia
In May 2006, a devastating earthquake struck the Indonesian provinces of Yogyakarta and Central Java, affecting nearly 2.5 million people and causing widespread destruction of homes and people’s livelihoods. UNDP’s Early Recovery Assistance programme provided quick impact livelihood recovery through small grants for communities struggling to regain their footing. View Photo Essay
Voting in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
Traditionally, in some communities in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, men have voted on behalf of the entire family. But as the country lobbies for European Union membership, fair and inclusive elections are seen as a critical component to accession. UNDP launched a widespread campaign to raise awareness about this practice in preparation for last April’s election. View Photo Essay
Videos
Microfinance in Liberia
Improving the economic situation of women is key to peace-building efforts in Liberia following a civil war that tore the country apart and left 75 percent of its people in extreme poverty. UNDP, with funds from Denmark, has set up revolving microloans that provide funds to women entrepreneurs, many of whom are heads of households. Women make up 80 percent of the informal sector in Liberia’s economy. View Video | Behind the Lens
Helping Indigenous Paraguayans with Food Security
In Paraguay, UNDP is working with an indigenous group, the Mbya Guarani people, on projects that aim to diversify their diets and promote ecologically sustainable use of their lands while at the same time respecting the community’s traditions and fiercely guarded privacy. View Video | Behind the Lens
Protecting the Environment and Livelihoods in Yemen
In Yemen, UNDP worked with local people and the Government in planning for the rehabilitation of a valuable and fragile ecosystem, the Aden Wetlands. Along with promoting new environmental legislation as well as awareness of the Wetlands’ importance in Yemen’s economy and environment, the project focused on sustainable livelihoods for the people who live there. For example, the project revived indigenous practices such as soap, vinegar and seed button production. View Video | Behind the Lens