Retention outcomes often depend on fast local response, not just annual funding commitments. Community networks provide that response layer by addressing immediate barriers while formal systems continue to deliver broader support.
These field notes are implementation-focused and intended to guide practical donor decisions on continuity support. They are not presented as a causal impact study.
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