Empowering Women Living With Disabilities Through Mushroom Cultivation

Kisumu Disabled Self Help Group
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Project Snapshot

Ask Amount

KES 701,500

Project Stage

Pilot

Launch Date

Project Manager

Joseph Omondi

Project Partners Inc

Ministry of Agriculture - We intend to collaborate with both the national and county governments agricultural section to technically support this project through extension services and trainings. Kenya Chambers of Commerce - We will seek support from this organization to ensure that our beneficiaries join mainstream business to open market for their products and network with other business people within the county

Project Summary

Empowers 30 women with disabilities in Orongo through sustainable organic mushroom farming. The project enhances food security and income by teaching soil fertility management and connecting farmers to high-demand markets like hotels.

Intervention Areas

Climate Change Adaptation & MitigationClimate-resilient Food SystemsDisability InclusionEconomic Empowerment of WomenEmergency Food & NutritionFood Security & Nutrition EnhancementNutrition & Food SecuritySustainable Agriculture & Agroecology

Target Population

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

Problem Statement

Women with disabilities in Orongo face food insecurity, poverty, and limited economic opportunities, exacerbated by climate change and lack of agricultural skills.

Proposed Solution

Train 30 women with disabilities in organic mushroom farming and soil management, and provide infrastructure (water systems, shelves) for production.

Expected Impact

Increased income and food security, availability of affordable protein, improved social status/self-esteem for disabled women, and economic independence.

Sustainability Plan

Sustainability is built on community networks, market linkages to hotels, and reinvesting agri-business profits. Knowledge transfer ensures long-term practice.

Budget Breakdown

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