National Economic Development Project
Executive Overview
ACT International Nepal is implementing the National Economic Development Project (NEDP), a comprehensive five‑year strategic initiative designed to strengthen rural livelihoods through sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, skill enhancement, youth empowerment, and market‑driven economic transformation.
Project Vision
To establish economically self‑reliant rural communities through innovation, sustainable agriculture, skill development, and inclusive economic participation.
Project Mission
To empower local farmers, youth, and vulnerable communities through practical training, modern agricultural technologies, entrepreneurship development, and strategic market linkage.
Core Objectives
- Promote commercial and sustainable agriculture
- Enhance employment and self‑employment opportunities
- Develop technical and entrepreneurial skills
- Strengthen herbal and agricultural value chains
- Improve local production quality and market access
- Support long‑term rural economic sustainability
Strategic Five‑Phase Implementation Plan
Agarwood & Bodhichitta Plantation + Mushroom Training
Herbal Collection, Quality Testing & Commercial Production
Youth Empowerment & Employment Generation
Agricultural Tools & Technical Skill Development
Livestock & Integrated Agriculture Training
Project Coverage
Duration: 5 Years (2082–2087 B.S.)
Area: All 9 districts of Sudurpashchim Province
Target Groups: Farmers, youth groups, women‑led groups, cooperatives, local entrepreneurs