The way we work
hands works with local partners
An important part of hands strategy for development is our relationship with local partners. These partners are normally members of the local community who are both well placed and qualified enough to provide relief and support development initiatives to those in need, but who often lack the resources or infrastructure.
hands builds relationships
hands approach to working with people is very relational. The first step we take is to see how we can serve people. We want to make friends, whether it be individuals or whole communities.
hands serves local communities
hands encourages local ownership, long-term sustainability and self-sufficiency. hands staff, through their partners, support and encourage local individuals and communities to facilitate the development of their environment through their own initiatives and projects, particularly those based on traditional skills and abilities.
hands facilitates training
hands methodology is to find, equip, and release local people who will carry the responsibility for change in the community.