FIGURE5 Examples of projects (a) child immunisations clinic of the Kokoda Track (b) building schools and improving education in Indonesia (c) planting grasses in Fiji to stabilise sea banks.
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Small changes, big results Simple, appropriate technology can greatly improve lives in developing countries (see FIGURE6 ). Even a small amount of money can make a big difference to individuals or communities. Microýnance Through the provision of microcredit, small amounts like $150 can be used to invest in income-generating activities such as: • animals for breeding or milking • equipment or materials for basket-making or jewellery-making • stock for a market stall. Loans are repaid at low interest, allowing for future borrowing.
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