By Rosario Hernandez | Donor Relations Manager
At WRC, we believe that there is information that is far more important than what is taught in the school curriculum. Unfortunately, a lot of women and girls of our community don't get access to either - and we are trying to change that.
In the last quarter, our House of Families Project had a series of indoor activities which engaged 923 family members, including 444 females and 187 girls, promoting relationship building, self-confidence, and leadership. Four workshops on child development and positive parenting involved 173 participants, predominantly women and girls, who learned how to effectively support their children. Counseling and support services were provided to 22 families, addressing key issues affecting women's and children's well-being.
Safer City for Girls:
The project emphasized creating safe, inclusive environments for girls through community engagement and awareness on sexual and reproductive health and rights. A launch event brought together 98 stakeholders, promoting collaboration on gender-related challenges. Youth-led community forums encouraged discussions on gender equality, with substantial participation from young women.
Young Women’s Entrepreneurship (YWE) Initiative:
Focused on empowering young women entrepreneurs, the project conducted workshops to build business and leadership skills. Activities included a workshop improving business knowledge, a soft skills training session that nearly doubled participants' test scores, and Facebook Live sessions reaching over 3,400 views. An exhibition showcased achievements and allowed for networking among 98 attendees, with specific focus on addressing challenges faced by women in business.
Home Gardening Project:
This outreach initiative supported food security through sustainable gardening practices. Follow-ups with families indicated that 57 families received chickens (with 10% well-fed) and 53 received vegetable seeds (with 24% establishing small businesses). Women's involvement in these projects directly contributes to their economic empowerment and the overall health of families.
These activities collectively underscore a commitment to advancing women and girls' education, empowerment, and well-being through various integrated community-focused initiatives.
We thank you for being a part of this and invite you to continue to walk by our side!
By Rosario Hernandez | Donor Relations Manager
By Rosario Hernandez | Donor Relations Manager
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