Supporting Big Nomadic Families in Yamal with "Chum Capital"
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- 19 May 2023
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The Yamal Peninsula, situated in Siberia, is renowned for being home to a substantial population of Russian nomadic reindeer herders, totaling approximately 10,000 individuals.
These inhabitants primarily consist of indigenous peoples from the North, namely the Nenets, Khanty, and Selkups, who embrace their traditional way of life within mobile tents known as chums.
Although these dwellings may appear simple, they actually come with a significant price tag, equivalent to that of a one-room apartment in an average Russian town. As a result, not everyone can readily afford to construct a separate chum for themselves initially.
However, a recent initiative introduced in 2021 by the administration of the Yamalo-Nenets autonomous area aims to address this issue. Under this new program, nomadic families who welcome their third child into the world are entitled to receive what is known as "chum capital."
So, what exactly does this encompass? The "chum capital" serves as a starter kit for assembling a complete chum and comprises essential components such as a stove, poles, floor boards, skins, tarpaulin, and a sled. With a total cost of 500,000 rubles, this capital grant is a one-time payment. As of now, over 150 families have been beneficiaries of this support.
