FAQs
We are often asked questions about who we are, what we do and the impact of our work. Here’s the answers to some of those questions we are asked most frequently.
Is Jersey Overseas Aid part of the Government of Jersey?
What does Jersey Overseas Aid do?
How does Jersey Overseas Aid decide what projects to fund?
How does Jersey Overseas Aid measure the success of the projects or interventions that are funded?
How does Jersey’s government decide how much funding to give Jersey Overseas Aid each year?
Why should Jersey give aid to poorer countries when there are issues we need to address on Island?
Can we eradicate poverty?
How does Jersey Overseas Aid make sure Jersey’s funding reaches its intended recipients?
Does Jersey Overseas Aid ever give money to governments of other countries?
How does Jersey Overseas Aid know the partners it works with are not corrupt?
Does JOA accept donated items for emergencies?
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