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Young mothers aged 15 to 30 leave school prematurely due to pregnancy and struggle to find employment because of their maternal responsibilities. They are often single and face social stigma.
The EmpowerHER Project focuses on developing vocational skills to promote the self-sufficiency of marginalized young mothers. It works closely with the families of these young mothers as well as various market actors to provide solutions that empower unemployed mothers. The project facilitates access to entrepreneurial opportunities and financial resources while connecting them with private sector stakeholders.
In addition, EmpowerHER offers counseling, life skills, and social skills training, as well as coaching. The project also has a broader social impact by engaging the families and communities of young mothers, aiming to shift attitudes and behaviors toward them in a positive direction.
Through soft skills training, young mothers expand their knowledge of reproductive health and family planning, strengthening their self-determination. At the same time, vocational and technical training enhances their professional skills, and mentoring and internships connect them with businesses. They receive targeted support to encourage them to start their own businesses.
By providing financial literacy training, participants can organize themselves into village-based savings and loan groups, enabling them to support each other with credit. This approach helps them take the crucial step toward financial resilience.
This project is financed by the Irene M. Staehelin Foundation, among other donors. It is part of the Swisscontact Development Programme, co-financed by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA.