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Conferences and Councils in our overseas partner countries can be supported to undertake good works through small and large, local community development projects that are sustainable and benefit the community over the long term.  
Projects are developed by our overseas partners at the Conference and Council level and endorsed by their National Council. All proposals are reviewed and approved according to the policy and procedures established by Council General International, the National Council of Australia and the National Councils of our overseas partners. 
“And now we have 800 students. When we finished this building, I stand under the tree and I cry, my tears run down. I always ask, God you say let all the children come to me. So I brought the children, so the children can change their family and change their living to a better future.”   
 - Julian Ketei, National President, Solomon Islands (2023)

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Special Vincentian Support Projects provide overseas partners an opportunity to request funding for non-ongoing initiatives that support their effective and efficient administration.&nbsp;
Recent Special Vincentian Support Projects supported by the Overseas Partnerships Program include:&nbsp;
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Community Development Projects are designed to aid or build the capacity and self-sufficiency of people in the community where the conference operates.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Projects can include providing livestock, seeds for gardens, water systems or goods for small enterprises such as garment making, fishing and farming.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Recent Community Development Projects include:&nbsp;
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