DISCLOSURE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENTS

Building Resilience in Conflict Affected and Fragile Communities of Karamoja (BRICK) project documents including Social and Environmental Screening Procedure (SESP) for public consultation for drilling and construction of solar powered boreholes in Moroto, Kaabong and Kotido districts by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). 

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Uganda is undertaking the "Building Resilience in Conflict-Affected and Fragile Communities of Karamoja (BRICK)" project, funded jointly by UNDP and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) from 2024 to 2026. This initiative aims to address chronic underdevelopment and insecurity in the Karamoja sub-region, identified as one of Uganda's poorest areas.

The project's overarching goal is to promote sustainable development by enhancing the capacity of local communities and stakeholders to manage social, political, economic, and environmental risks. Central to this effort is empowering vulnerable groups such as women, youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs), elderly, and former warriors through livelihood diversification and resilience-building approaches. These interventions are designed not only to improve economic opportunities but also to foster peaceful coexistence by mitigating conflicts over scarce resources.

A key component of the BRICK project involves drilling and constructing solar-powered boreholes to ensure reliable access to water for both production and domestic use. This infrastructure is intended to reduce tensions among pastoralist communities and promote peaceful interactions by providing a stable water supply.

To guide the implementation of these activities, UNDP and its partners have developed a comprehensive Social and Environmental Screening Procedure (SESP). This procedure identifies and addresses potential social and environmental risks associated with the project, ensuring compliance with UNDP’s Social and Environmental Standards (SES). Additionally, mechanisms such as Grievance Handling Mechanisms (GRM) and Stakeholders Engagement Plan (SEP) have been established to manage conflicts and address any grievances that may arise during implementation.

Overall, the BRICK project represents a new approach to development in Karamoja, emphasizing local ownership and leadership to sustain peace, economic growth, and development gains in the region. By integrating water infrastructure with broader resilience-building efforts, UNDP aims to foster inclusive and sustainable development while respecting the dignity, human rights, economies, and culture of vulnerable populations in Karamoja.

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The draft SESP and GRM documents are accessible below for public review and comments. 

If you have any questions or comments, please email us at registry.ug@undp.org

The review period will end on 10 October 2024.