Breaking The Cycle: The Silent Pandemic, Restoring Futures!

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Project Snapshot

Ask Amount

KES 1,325,000

Project Stage

Pilot

Launch Date

Monday, March 31st, 2025

Project Manager

Mercy Mbogho

Project Partners Inc

1. Education Seeds Foundation 2. the Giving Exchange 3. Children's department 4. Ministry of Education 5. Local administration

Project Summary

The "Breaking the Cycle" initiative supports teen mothers in Bodoi Village with vocational skills and farming. It aims to restore dignity and prevent future pregnancies through awareness campaigns.

Intervention Areas

Child Protection & WelfareCommunity-Led DevelopmentEnding Harmful Practices (FGMChild Marriage)Rural DevelopmentTechnical & Vocational Training

Target Population

Low-Income Individuals & FamiliesVulnerable or Marginalized Populations (General)

Problem Statement

Bodoi Village has high rates of teen pregnancy driven by poverty and lack of education. Teen mothers face stigma, rejection, and an inability to provide for their children.

Proposed Solution

Train teen mothers in dressmaking and vegetable farming for income. Establish a community center of excellence and conduct preventive awareness campaigns in local schools.

Expected Impact

Economic empowerment of teen mothers through skills and agribusiness. Reduction in teen pregnancy rates in target schools. Improved mental well-being and social reintegration.

Sustainability Plan

The Community Empowerment Centre will operate as a social enterprise, charging for products and training to fund operations. Beneficiaries form savings groups to invest in and sustain their businesses.

Budget Breakdown

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