Community Development

Changing lives , one step at a time !

We cannot know what communities need without a better understanding of their aspirations, concerns, and values. This program cuts across all five core programs of CHA to be effective and lead to improved outcomes. We believe in meaningful community engagement because of the evidence that non-participation in its various forms is damaging for health and wellbeing and is known to lead to adverse feelings of powerlessness, which leads to feelings of chronic stress. We further understand that Social Community Engagement is the process whereby the public contributes to decision-making processes and is a fundamental civic right.

CHA aims to be a strong proponent of this view that community engagement is the key to participatory – as opposed to merely representative – democracy. Hence, we seek to better engage the community to achieve long-term and sustainable outcomes, processes, social capital, stronger relational networks, decision making, or implementation that encompass strategies that are sensitive to the community context. 

Client Testimonials

I will forever be grateful to CHA for the vegetable seeds they provided under their livelihood support program . This simple yet powerful initiative has transformed my life in ways I never thought possible I have gained a sense of purpose and pride in being able to provide for my loved ones
Mrs Joy Kasanda
Access to clean water , a fundamental human right is now a reality for this family a Chishi Island . this heart warming scene captures the joy and relief of drawing water from a reliable water part , thanks to the tireless efforts of CHA , no longer must they worry about waterborne illnesses or travel long distances for a precious.”
Community