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685 million people worldwide lack access to electricity. Most live in rural and other hard-to-reach areas in countries highly vulnerable to climate change.

A teacher, leader, and the first woman to serve as waisam (vice-president in Awajun) of the Awajun Autonomous Territorial Government (GTAA), Matut Impi is championing the role of women in indigenous governance and decision-making.

Practical Action operates in places where sudden, unexpected social, political and environmental upheaval is not unusual. Natural hazards, conflict, politics and poverty often combine to make conditions for our staff incredibly difficult.

How we're putting women at the centre so the world works better for everyone

In a world where women farmers are often overlooked, Sudanese women are reshaping the future of farming—and Muna Eltahir, our Sudan Country Director, is working tirelessly to amplify their voices.

Gender equality is not just about fairness—it's vital for ending poverty, adapting to climate change, and creating a world that works better for everyone.

Practical Action has joined more than a hundred other development organisations and charities across the UK to call for a rethink over the decision by the Prime Minister to cut the Official Development Assistance (ODA) budget. 

The world is facing urgent and interconnected challenges – worsening climate crises, catastrophic biodiversity loss and devastating poverty.

In Mugombwa, Rwanda, a new project is helping young farmers in refugee camps and nearby communities improve their lives. The work will focus on empowering young people, women, and marginalised groups by boosting agricultural production and creating sustainable jobs.