HOPE FOR LIFE ORGANIZATION (HLO)
POULTRY FARMING PROJECT TO EMPOWER WOMEN IN BUHIGWE KIGOMA TANZANIA IN 2025
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Poultry farming project is increasingly recognized as effective means tool for women's empowerment, providing economic independence and improving livelihoods. This project collectively demonstrates how poultry farming can serve as a powerful tool for empowering women, fostering independence of economic, improving nutrition and enhancing community well - being.
This project is currently implemented in Buhigwe District Council Kigoma Tanzania specifically at Mulera village by HOPE FOR LIFE ORGANIZATION (HLO) as a way of empowering women.
EXPECTED BENEFITS FROM THIS PROJECT
1.Economic Empowerment:
I.Income Generation: Poultry farming provides women with a reliable source of income, enabling them to achieve financial independence. Studies indicate that women involved in poultry projects often prioritize sales for household consumption and income generation, enhancing their economic status.
II.Asset Creation: Income from poultry sales allows women to invest in other assets, such as larger livestock or savings groups, which can further improve their economic standing and provide security against unforeseen expenses.
2. Social Empowerment:
I.Leadership Opportunities: Engaging women in poultry farming fosters leadership skills as they take on decision-making roles regarding the management and sale of their poultry. Many women report feeling more empowered to make significant decisions within their households and communities.
II.Community Engagement: Involving women in poultry farming project often leads to increased social interaction and networking within their communities, challenging traditional gender norms and promoting equality.
3. Nutritional Benefits:
I.Improved Nutrition: Women who control poultry farming can enhance household nutrition by ensuring a steady supply of eggs and meat. This contributes to better health outcomes for families, as women tend to prioritize spending on nutritious food.
3. Access to Resources:
I.Enhanced Resource Control: Poultry farming project often provides women with access to essential resources like training, vaccines, and markets. This access is crucial for their empowerment, as it enables them to manage farming effectively and gain autonomy over economic decisions
Poultry farming project not only boosts women's economic independence but also enhance their social status, decision-making power, and overall well-being within their communities.