Enhancing Sustainable Livelihood for Pastoralist Women in North Kenya

Ardha Jabesa Foundation
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Project Snapshot

Ask Amount

KES 1,360,000

Project Stage

Pilot

Launch Date

Saturday, February 10th, 2024

Project Manager

Mohamed Halake

Project Partners Inc

The project will partner with women led groups and enterprises, schools, deeda council of elders and opinion leaders and environmentally friendly organizations in Bute sub county.

Project Summary

The Wajir Pastoralist Women Empowerment project supports women in Bute to diversify livelihoods. It promotes sustainable businesses in agriculture and livestock value addition to build economic resilience.

Intervention Areas

Climate Change Adaptation & MitigationEconomic Empowerment of WomenSexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV)Sustainable Agriculture & AgroecologyWomen's Rights & Leadership

Target Population

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

Problem Statement

Pastoralist women rely on traditional herding, which is vulnerable to climate change. They face limited income options, lack of property rights, and gender-based violence.

Proposed Solution

Provide skills training in alternative livelihoods and sustainable land management. Establish digital resource centers and facilitate market linkages for livestock products.

Expected Impact

Diversified income sources and increased economic stability for women. Enhanced climate resilience and adoption of sustainable practices. Reduction in GBV through women's economic empowerment.

Sustainability Plan

Women-led enterprises and cooperatives generate independent revenue. Capacity building for local leaders ensures community ownership, while policy advocacy secures long-term government support.

Budget Breakdown

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