SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS PARTICIPATORY ORGANISATION

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS PARTICIPATORY ORGANISATION

Community Projects

Empowering rural communities through sustainable initiatives.

A rural village scene with several small houses featuring red-tiled roofs surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees. The rooftops have water tanks, and there is a red flag among the green foliage, which includes banana plants.

A rural village scene with several small houses featuring red-tiled roofs surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees. The rooftops have water tanks, and there is a red flag among the green foliage, which includes banana plants.

Water and Sanitation

Enhancing hygiene and water access in villages.

A black and white image showing a rural landscape with a simple dwelling made of mud and thatched roof on the left. Several people, including children and adults, are walking around the rocky ground. In the distance, there are power lines and a tall electricity pylon against a backdrop of hills.

A black and white image showing a rural landscape with a simple dwelling made of mud and thatched roof on the left. Several people, including children and adults, are walking around the rocky ground. In the distance, there are power lines and a tall electricity pylon against a backdrop of hills.

A group of four individuals stands in a rural setting, with grass-covered huts in the background. Three of them hold long sticks, and one person is tending to a small fire that releases smoke. The individuals are wearing colorful, patterned fabrics, and a tree provides shade in the foreground.

A group of four individuals stands in a rural setting, with grass-covered huts in the background. Three of them hold long sticks, and one person is tending to a small fire that releases smoke. The individuals are wearing colorful, patterned fabrics, and a tree provides shade in the foreground.

Three individuals are seated on the ground in a forested area with sparse trees and dry grass. Two of them are wearing traditional Maasai attire, characterized by red and blue plaid shawls. A Caucasian woman in a light blue shirt and beige pants sits on a red blanket. One of the Maasai individuals appears to be engaging in a traditional activity involving a large gourd, which could be related to food preparation or ritual. In the background, there are more people dressed similarly and a herd of cattle.

Three individuals are seated on the ground in a forested area with sparse trees and dry grass. Two of them are wearing traditional Maasai attire, characterized by red and blue plaid shawls. A Caucasian woman in a light blue shirt and beige pants sits on a red blanket. One of the Maasai individuals appears to be engaging in a traditional activity involving a large gourd, which could be related to food preparation or ritual. In the background, there are more people dressed similarly and a herd of cattle.

Training and Workshops

Skills development for artisans and micro-drillers.

Community Projects

Empowering rural communities through sustainable initiatives and training.

A rural road flanked by lush green vegetation on both sides. Two small yellow vehicles are seen driving along the road, with several people walking, some of them carrying baskets or goods on their heads. The road features a simple bridge with blue railings.

A rural road flanked by lush green vegetation on both sides. Two small yellow vehicles are seen driving along the road, with several people walking, some of them carrying baskets or goods on their heads. The road features a simple bridge with blue railings.

A village with round thatched-roof huts nestled in a lush, green valley surrounded by dense forested hills. The sky is partly cloudy, allowing sunlight to softly illuminate the landscape. The huts are arranged closely together, suggesting a small, tight-knit community within a natural setting.

A village with round thatched-roof huts nestled in a lush, green valley surrounded by dense forested hills. The sky is partly cloudy, allowing sunlight to softly illuminate the landscape. The huts are arranged closely together, suggesting a small, tight-knit community within a natural setting.

A group of people dressed in traditional Maasai attire, featuring red and white checkered patterns, are engaged in a cultural or ceremonial activity. Some individuals are holding sticks, and others are adorned with beadwork. The scene is lively with a backdrop of onlookers.

A group of people dressed in traditional Maasai attire, featuring red and white checkered patterns, are engaged in a cultural or ceremonial activity. Some individuals are holding sticks, and others are adorned with beadwork. The scene is lively with a backdrop of onlookers.

A group of people adorned in colorful traditional attire, featuring intricate beadwork and patterns. The individuals appear engaged in conversation and smiling, with a woman carrying a child on her back. The background includes sparse trees, suggesting a rural setting.

A group of people adorned in colorful traditional attire, featuring intricate beadwork and patterns. The individuals appear engaged in conversation and smiling, with a woman carrying a child on her back. The background includes sparse trees, suggesting a rural setting.

A group of children walk along a dirt path in a rural setting, two of them carrying small goats. They are dressed casually, and the background includes trees, a small house with a corrugated roof, and some wooden structures. The setting appears to be a village environment.

A group of children walk along a dirt path in a rural setting, two of them carrying small goats. They are dressed casually, and the background includes trees, a small house with a corrugated roof, and some wooden structures. The setting appears to be a village environment.

A small rural village with dirt roads and simple houses with tin roofs. There are people walking and a few motorbikes and vehicles on the road. The area is surrounded by lush green vegetation and hills in the background.

A small rural village with dirt roads and simple houses with tin roofs. There are people walking and a few motorbikes and vehicles on the road. The area is surrounded by lush green vegetation and hills in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

What projects does SHIPO undertake?

SHIPO focuses on WASH, rainwater harvesting, and community training initiatives.

How can I get involved?

You can volunteer, donate, or participate in our community workshops and training sessions.

What is the impact of SHIPO?

SHIPO improves living standards through sustainable practices, enhancing water access, sanitation, and community resilience against climate change.

Where are SHIPO's projects located?

Our projects are primarily based in rural communities in Njombe, Tanzania.

How is SHIPO funded?

SHIPO is funded through grants, donations, and partnerships with local and international organizations.

What is the goal of SHIPO?

Our goal is to empower rural communities through participatory self-help projects that enhance sustainability and improve living standards.