Our method

The Lovebridge method is based on psychosocial intervention and consists of the following:

• On the field since 2012
• Support to families on 6 interconnected pillars - multidimensional approach to poverty reduction inspired by the Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (UNDP)
• Relationship based approach
• Help families create a conducive environment at home for the academic progress and holistic development of the child
• Help families create a continuum between home and school 
• Organisation of group sessions targeting the youth, hence contributing to their integral development - Youth Intervention Programme (YIP)
• Balanced caseload: manageable ratio per field worker (to ensure quality, depth & impact of field work)
• Proximity with beneficiaries, regularity of contact, systematicity of review of action plans – internally and with beneficiaries
• Individualised work, per family & per individual within the family. Field experience has shown that when there is family cohesion, the family progresses quicker towards empowerment 
• Beneficiary participation & voice: mandatory
• Regular visits/support at home, support outside the home 
• Technical in-kind help through the provision of products & services
• Presence on the field from Monday to Saturday, dawn to dusk. Telephone availability for emergencies after hours and during public holidays
• Systemic approach to poverty reduction