Empowering Young Women And Girls To Participate In Decision Making
Project Snapshot
Ask Amount
KES 2,500,000
Project Stage
PilotLaunch Date
Wednesday, May 8th, 2024
Project Manager
Betty Okero
Project Partners Inc
Collaborating with various institutions can enhance the rich impact and sustainability of our project aimed at empowering young women and girls in decision-making. Here are some types of institutions we could consider collaborating with: 1. Educational Institutions: • Schools, colleges, and vocational training centers can serve as important partners for reaching young women and girls. • Offer workshops, seminars, and training sessions on leadership, advocacy, and gender equality within educational settings. 2. Community-Based Organizations (CBOs): • Partner with local CBOs that work directly with young women and girls in communities. • Leverage the expertise, networks, and resources of CBOs to enhance project impact and sustainability at the grassroots level. 3. Government Agencies: • Collaborate with government departments or ministries responsible for youth affairs, gender equality, education, and community development. • Seek partnerships to access funding opportunities, policy support and institutional backing for project activities. 4. Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): • Collaborate with NGOs that focus on gender equality, women's empowerment, youth development, or human rights. • Partner on joint initiatives, advocacy campaigns, and capacity-building efforts to amplify impact and leverage resources. • Share best practices, lessons learned, and networks to strengthen collective efforts in advancing the rights and opportunities of young women and girls. 5. Media and Communication Platforms: • Partner with media outlets, social media influencers, and communication platforms to raise awareness about project goals, activities, and impact. • Secure media coverage, interviews, and feature stories to amplify the voices and experiences of young women and girls participating in the project. • Utilize digital platforms and storytelling techniques to engage broader audiences and mobilize support for gender equality and youth empowerment.
Project Summary
This project empowers young women to participate in decision-making processes in formal and informal sectors. It challenges gender norms through advocacy, mentorship, and leadership training.
Intervention Areas
Target Population
Problem Statement
Young women are systematically marginalized from leadership roles due to societal stereotypes. Their voices are often overlooked in policy and community decisions, hindering gender equity.
Proposed Solution
Conduct leadership training and advocacy campaigns. Create platforms for girls to engage with duty bearers and challenge restrictive gender norms in their communities.
Expected Impact
Increased representation of women in leadership roles. Policy reforms promoting gender equality. Enhanced confidence and agency among young women to influence decisions affecting their lives.
Sustainability Plan
The project establishes sustainable networks and mentorship systems. Partnerships with local organizations and government agencies ensure the initiative's integration into broader gender programs.
Budget Breakdown
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