Strengthening local leaderschip
In Zilakoma, in Malawi, years of marginalization left the community without adequate education, healthcare, or infrastructure. To address this, the Livingstonia Synod Action Programme (LISAP), supported by Help a Child Malawi, strengthened local leadership through the Child-Centred Community Development Project.
The Area Development Committee (ADC) received training to effectively advocate for their community’s needs. For two years, committee members persistently engaged district authorities and their efforts paid off in the 2024/2025 financial year when district authorities allocated a new secondary school, clean water supply, and health clinic to Zilakoma. This progress highlights how empowered communities can drive sustainable development.
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