By Rustica Tembele | Project Leader
The project set forth to accomplish two primary objectives: economic empowerment for elderly women through traditional beading, and the integration of mental health care and arts into partner services as part of a comprehensive approach to healing. This initiative has reached its conclusion after achieving success in one domain, training elderly women.
The economic empowerment component witnessed the skilling of elderly women in the traditional art of beading. Through workshops and continuous learning sessions, these women have become proficient artisans, creating beadwork for sale. This not only revitalized a cultural craft but also provided them with a source of income, thus achieving the goal of economic empowerment.
Concurrently, the project made significant strides in mental health advocacy by contributing to another project we are currently implementing with a public school. The TEWWY team, students and school staff participated in designing and creating a mural. This endeavors to foster an environment of awareness and dialogue about mental health, directly impacting the well-being of the students by giving them an outlet for expression and by making the school environment more conducive to mental health conversations.
As the project retires, it leaves behind a legacy of strengthened community ties, empowered elderly women with newfound avenues to generate revenue, and a heightened awareness of mental health among students. The mural will remain a fixture at the public school, continuing to inspire and promote mental wellness for current and future students.
By Neema Tembele | Project Leader
By Neema Tembele | Project Leader
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