Home base Enterprise for Women with Disabilities

Project Overview

This project empowers women with disabilities in Pakistan by supporting home-based enterprises. It focuses on building entrepreneurial skills, providing resources, and enabling economic independence. The initiative fosters inclusion and improves the quality of life for these women and their families.

Progress Highlights

1. Skills Training:

   • Conducted three training workshops on tailoring, handicrafts, and digital marketing, with 30 women actively participating.
   • Participants are showing promising skill development, with some already producing marketable items.

2. Resource Provision:

   • Distributed essential starter kits, including sewing machines, raw materials, and basic tools to 10, enabling them to begin their enterprises at home.

3. Income Generation:

   • Four women have successfully started selling their products locally and online, generating modest but meaningful income.
   • The project is building confidence and demonstrating the potential for scalability.

4. Community Engagement:

   • Local community members and family members are increasingly supportive, helping women expand their networks and market reach.

Challenges & Mitigation

• Limited Funds: The project requires additional funding to reach more beneficiaries and enhance resources.
• Market Access: Addressing this through partnerships with local businesses and online platforms to showcase and sell products.

Next Steps

• Expand training to more women with disabilities.
• Strengthen market access through exhibitions and online marketplaces.
• Establish a mentorship program for ongoing support and growth.

Acknowledgment

We express our heartfelt gratitude to our donors and supporters on GlobalGiving. Your generosity is creating real change, enabling women with disabilities to achieve economic independence and dignity.

Together, we are building an inclusive and empowered community.

This report outlines the progress of the Home-Based Enterprise for Women with Disabilities project over the specified reporting period. The project aims to empower women with disabilities by providing them with the skills, resources, and support needed to establish and manage their own home-based enterprises.
Objectives of the Project
To train women with disabilities in various home-based enterprise skills.
To provide necessary resources and tools to start their businesses.
To offer continuous support and mentorship to ensure the sustainability of their enterprises.
To raise awareness about the capabilities of women with disabilities and promote their economic independence.
Impact Assessment
Economic Empowerment: 70% of participants reported an increase in their household income.
Social Inclusion: Participants reported increased confidence and community engagement.
Sustainability: 80% of businesses started during the project period are still operational.
We need your continued support to make it happen.