ObjectivesFund scope
The Ixil Joint Programme for Integral Rural Development addresses multiple development challenges in Ixil, Guatemala. Comprehensive approaches are community-focused and aligned with the K’atun 2032 National Development Plan and National Policy for Integral Rural Development. Central to the Joint Programme is an inclusive approach where vulnerable community members, many of whom live in poverty and/or are survivors of armed conflict, exercise their rights by participating in processes that lead to sustainable peace, economic, and livelihood outcomes.
Alongside building community resilience, the Joint Programme boosts the capacities of local institutions and authorities in three Ixil municipalities. This two-pronged approach clears a path for partners—the Government of Guatemala, United Nations, local NGOs, Joint Programme donors, and international organizations—to drive inclusive governance processes built on human rights and resilience foundations.
Strategic and results framework
The Joint Programme removes barriers to rural development in Ixil, Guatemala through solutions that improve rural development in participating municipalities. The programme closes gapsfor vulnerable communities and overstretched authorities by developing the capabilities of right holders and bearers and improving general living conditions.
Moreover, joint programme activities are context-specific and endorse maximum inclusivity and stability in improving the livelihoods of families and communities. To achieve and maintain sustainable human development and peace gains stakeholders direct their efforts under five thematic areas:
- Inclusive and sustainable development
- Social development
- Safe and violence-free societies
- Justice for all
- Multiculturalism and diversity
Results are aligned with commitments outlined in national peace agreements and legal frameworks, as well as relevant international charters. Projects fall under one or more of the thematic areas and include, but are not limited to, economic equality, agricultural training, sexual health and reproductive rights, natural resource management, maternal and child health, nutrition, WASH, entrepreneurship, community building, and peace and security.
Interventions achieve national outcomes and cover ground towards targets outlined in broader frameworks like the Sustainable Development Goals and 2030 Agenda.