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Projects
STABILIZATION OF EXPORT EARNINGS (STABEX),
FLUCTUATIONS IN EXPORT EARNINGS (FLEX)
The Stabex instrument serves to compensate ACP countries that experience losses in income earnings from the export of primary commodities. Stabex transfers to Dominica under the 7th and 8th EDF represent the largest single package of aid to Dominica to date both in terms of EC-Dominica Development Assistance and other donor development aid. The objective of the Stabex transfers is the sustainable improvement of the welfare of the population and the reduction of poverty, though continued support to making the banana industry internationally competitive, agricultural diversification, general economic diversification (including the development of the private sector), education and skill training to meet new employment possibilities and social capacities to combat poverty. These interventions primarily target the displaced banana farmers and workers.
SPECIAL FRAMEWORK OF ASSISTANCE (SFA)
 The European Council formally adopted Council Regulation (EC) 856/1999 on 22nd April 1999, establishing a special framework for technical and financial assistance for traditional ACP Banana producers, which is a ten-year funding instrument, designed to facilitate the commercialisation of the banana industry in light of the WTO ruling on the EC the Banana Regime. In order to access this new Financing Instrument the Commonwealth of Dominica prepared a "Ten Year Country Strategy for the Utilisation of SFA funding". The Strategy in addition to proposing an eight-year plan for a more competitive agricultural sector, including the maintenance of the banana industry also emphasizes the need to diversify rural income generation and provide social recovery mechanisms for displaced farmers, farm workers and affected communities across Dominica.
NATIONAL INDICATIVE PROGRAMME (NIP)
 Within the context of the successive Lomé Conventions, Dominica has automatically accessed the 6th, 7th and 8th European Development Fund (EDF) under the NIP instrument. In June 2000, the new EU-ACP arrangement the "Cotonou Agreement" was signed and the 9th European Development Fund established. The Eco-tourism Development Programme is currently being funded under the 8th EDF. The 9th EDF carries with it a greater emphasis on effective and efficient disbursement of resources, where the recipient state must ensure funds are effectively committed, disbursed and implemented at the risk of losing allocations to other more 'efficient' ACP countries. Programming for the post 9th EF will begin in 2006.
CARIBBEAN REGIONAL INDICATIVE PROGRAMME (CRIP)
In addition to the NIP, African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) States benefit from Regional Funds. All CRIP programmes are channeled through the Caribbean Forum of ACP States (CARIFORUM). In the past the Dominica State College has benefited from CRIP funds with the construction of a new labs and academic wing. The Dominica Air Access which includes the construction of a new terminal building, car park, the development of Runway End Safety Areas; runway and apron re-surfacing, drainage and markings; the supply and installation of Airfield Ground Lighting Systems and airport equipment is funded under the 9th EDF CRIP.
OTHER FUNDING SOURCES
Dominica has also accessed the Structural Adjustment Facility (SAF), Rehabilitation Budget Line, European Investment Bank (EIB) and Centre for the Development of Industry Support.
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PROJECTS
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Euro Mn
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XCD Mn
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Air Access Improvement Programme
Construction of Car Park & Terminal Building, Runway Extension & Night Landing, Installation of Navigational Aids, Fire & Rescue Equipment
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16,902,449
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50,707,346
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Solid Waste Management Programme
Construction of Sanitary Landfill, Management & Design Services
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3,950,001
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11,850,002
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Banana Commercialization
Irrigation & Drainage Systems, Inland Reception & Distribution Facilities; Farm Access Roads; BIT Administration and Management
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4,484,460
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13,453,379
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Agricultural Diversification
Agricultural Information Mgt Systems, Studies, Training; Off-Farm Infrastructure (Access Roads, Port & Post Harvest Facilities), Standards & Regulations (Laboratory)
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3,796,150
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11,388,449
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Dominica Social Investment Fund
Vulnerable Groups Fund, Community Support Fund, Social Services/Safety Nets Fund, DSIF Management: (local and Technical Assistance staffing, DSIF Board and office expenses)
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4,400,000
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13,200,000
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Drug Demand Reduction Programme
Institutional Development, Training, Awareness/Education & Community Activities
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253,730
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761,190
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Dominica Planned Parenthood Association
Family Life Educator
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34,800
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104,400
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Waitukubuli National Trail Programme
Infrastructure: construction, maintenance of trail and trail facilities, Marketing, Public Awareness, Education and Training, Project Management:
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4,400,000
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13,200,000
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Eco-Tourism Development Programme/Tourism
Marketing, Product Development, Human Resource Development, Community Tourism, Institutional Support for Public/Private Sector, Programme Management Unit
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5,990,000
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17,970,001
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Dominica Hotel & Tourism Association (DHTA) /Society for Historic Architecture and Preservation (SHAPE) Institutional Strengthening Programme (ISP)
Managerial and Administrative Support, Office Support, Short Term TA Fund, Promotions/Marketing Fund, Support to Members and Income Generating Programmes
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250,000
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750,000
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Private Sector Development Programme - Business Gateway
Business Gateway to provide Improved access to start up businesses with respect to counselling, business planning, information on trade opportunities and expert, targeted technical support, To provide upgrading for existing enterprises in terms of productivity enhancement, market access, product development and other related technical assistance Improved quality of the environmental and services available for business.
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1,000,000
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3,000,000
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Information & Communication Technology ICT Programmes
1.ICT, e-business Strategy Development, Business Skills Development and e-business (ICT) incubators, Capacity building – enhancing skills base of work force, Legislative and regulatory framework, Business-oriented e-government initiatives
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5,300,000
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15,900,000
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Carib Territory Water Supply/DOWASCO
(Phase 1 & 2)
Bataka Tank, Secondary Distribution Line and other improvements Works for the new supply system and Concorde distribution system, and Supervision Services
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1,800,000
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5,400,000
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Road Improvement & Maintenance Programme
(Phase 1 & 2)
Long-Term TA/Programme Manager (Strategic Planning, Training, Phase II Financing Agreement), Purchase Equipment and Supplies
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3,600,000
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10,800,000
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