sustainability
Emmanuel Christian University (ECU) promotes sustainable cattle production as a key driver of livelihoods, food security, and social cohesion in Goli and Yei River County. Through its Livestock and Community Empowerment initiative, ECU combines practical agricultural education with community development to improve cattle management, strengthen household incomes, and build local resilience.
Based at the Goli Campus, the program supports improved animal husbandry, veterinary outreach, student-led skills development, value addition, and market access. It also integrates peacebuilding approaches to reduce resource-based conflicts linked to cattle keeping.
The initiative contributes to healthier herds, increased food security, enhanced skills for youth and women, and more stable, diversified household incomes for the surrounding communities.