GCAF will train all its project beneficiaries and farmers to effectively manage soil fertility and productivity over the long-term, both on their individual plots and on lands surrounding the targeted communities. GCAF will use primarily locally available organic nutrients, such as ground covers, livestock manure, and household waste, and nitrogen- fixing trees, legumes and shrubs. Soil management activities also focus on reducing soil erosion as well as gully and landslide control through, for example, terracing, vegetative cover, and strategically planted trees.

An example is GCAF’s planned Reinsertion Project will work with 200 families of ex-combatants in Greater Equatorial, Jonglei and Upper Nile States to improve their agricultural production and protect their natural resources through better land use practices. Through the projects, GCAF in liaison with UNFAO/Ministry of Agriculture will provide trainings in: improved agricultural methods such as crop rotation, irrigated Vegetable and fruits production, soil fertility tests; pasture production for livestock; soil conservation through terracing and the use of trees and shrubs. Integrated pest management; water and watershed management; and environmental education to participating families are included as well.

GCAF facilitating lasting change by

Drawing strength from its’ diversity, resources and experience, and promote innovative solutions and advocates for national responsibility by:

• Strengthening capacity for self-reliant, resilience building and sustainable development
• Providing economic opportunities to youth and women in communities.
• Delivering relief aid in emergencies.
• Influencing policy decisions at all levels
• Addressing discrimination and violence in all its forms against women, children or men.
• Peace building and reconciliation and conflicts mitigation.
• Guided by the aspirations of local communities, 
we pursue our mission with both excellence and compassion because the people whom we serve deserve nothing less.