Further, the GCT approach has a positive impact on social cohesion and promotes peace by unit- ing individuals with common goals. Moreover, groups are empowered to leverage the exposure gained through GCT for further action, as they are encouraged by entrepreneurial initiatives and skill-building activities.
ZOA and SDF make use of local facilitators to form community groups. Those men and women are important members in the selected com- munities with a good reputation and influence. They are involved in decision making, resolve problems and coordinate the implementation of the community’s initiatives. Furthermore, the facilitators supervise, and provide guidance and technical support to the community.
The pilot resulted in various good practices and lessons learned in the Yemen context. Those results are discussed in this document.