Inua Mama Economic Empowerment Project - IMEEP

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Project Snapshot

Ask Amount

KES 10,000,000

Project Stage

Pilot

Launch Date

Thursday, November 14th, 2024

Project Manager

Rogers Ochieng

Project Partners Inc

Expected Partners for the “Inua Mama Economic Empowerment Project” (IMEEP) Local Government: Siaya County Government: Providing support in terms of policy advocacy, resource allocation, and community mobilization. Educational Institutions: Gem Training Colleges: Partnering to offer educational programs, vocational training, and mentorship opportunities. Local Schools: Collaborating to identify and support women in need of educational resources and training. Healthcare Providers: Gem Sub-County Hospital: Offering healthcare services, including reproductive health and mental health support. Local Health Clinics: Providing health education and medical services to project participants. Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): Siaya Muungano Network and Farm Africa: Partnering to provide microfinance and loans to women entrepreneurs. AFWAG: Collaborating on advocacy campaigns and leadership training for women and girls. Community-Based Organizations (CBOs): Okok Shida CBO: Working together on community dialogues and advocacy for women’s rights. Local Women’s Groups: Engaging in grassroots mobilization and support for project activities. Private Sector: Local Businesses: Partnering to provide market access and business mentorship for women entrepreneurs. Corporate Sponsors: Offering financial support and resources for project implementation. International Organizations: These partnerships will ensure a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach to empowering women in Gem Sub County, leveraging the strengths and resources of various stakeholders to achieve the project’s goals.

Project Summary

IMEEP uplifts women in Gem Sub-County through microfinance, vocational training, and health support. It aims to break socio-economic barriers and foster gender equality by enabling women to achieve financial independence.

Intervention Areas

Economic Empowerment of WomenTechnical & Vocational TrainingWomen's Rights & Leadership

Target Population

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

Problem Statement

Women in Gem face systemic barriers to economic participation, including lack of capital, limited skills, and restrictive cultural norms. This results in poverty and limited decision-making power.

Proposed Solution

Provide entrepreneurship training, vocational skills (tailoring, agribusiness), and microfinance loans. Conduct health education and leadership workshops to empower women holistically.

Expected Impact

Establishment of women-led businesses and increased household incomes. Improved health outcomes and greater female participation in local governance. Enhanced community cohesion and gender equality.

Sustainability Plan

Women-led businesses generate income for reinvestment. The project builds capacity for women to manage initiatives independently and integrates activities with County Government programs for institutional support.

Budget Breakdown

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