Dig deep and save lives
One third of Sudan is desert, and much more is stricken by severe drought. But we are using Sudan’s sand to actually alleviate the drought and help stop its people dying from dehydration. Simple sand and gravel filters can protect traditional reservoirs from contamination and silting - and protect the families who rely on them for water. With your help, we could help many more vulnerable communities benefit from simple, practical technologies like this. more how your donation can help »
Storm hits Bangladesh project
A major storm hit northwestern regions of Bangladesh on the night of 1 May 2008. Our project work in Sreepur and Samakal has suffered limited damage.
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Action on climate change
Debt and climate change are two of the major problems facing the developing world. We need your support to tackle this problem. Please sign the petition to Gordon Brown.
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Practical Answers
Our online resource centre, Practical Answers, allows you to access our technical information material - factsheets, case studies and practical guides - free of charge.
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Small is beautiful
The International Assessment of Agricultural Knowledge, Science and Technology for Development (IAASTD) shows that locally-controlled, biologically-based intensification of farming is the only way forward.
more Practical Action's reaction to the report »
