COMMUNITY LIVELIHOODS
Empowering marginalized communities—particularly women vendors in informal markets—to transition from survival enterprises to thriving businesses.
- Who This Is For
- Women-led micro-enterprises in rural, urban, and peri-urban markets
- Community-based organizations supporting informal sector vendors
- Development partners and NGOs implementing livelihood programs
- Grassroots entrepreneurs with limited access to formal business support
Core Services
- Grassroots Entrepreneurship Training
What You Get:
- Practical, participatory training using local language and culturally relevant examples
- Basic business skills (record-keeping, pricing, inventory management)
- Product development and quality improvement techniques
- Customer service and sales skills
- Peer learning groups and ongoing community support
Typical Engagement:
3-6 month training program + 6-12 months follow-up support
- Financial Literacy & Savings Groups
What You Get:
- Financial literacy training adapted for low-literacy contexts
- Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) establishment and management
- Access to microfinance and digital financial services
- Saving for investment and emergency preparedness
Deliverables
6-12 months | Group-based delivery model (15-25 participants per group)