Empowering Women in the Rural Economy
We recognize the vital role women play in shaping and sustaining rural communities. Our Empowering Women in the Rural Economy Initiative is designed to uplift women in rural areas by providing them with resources, skills, and opportunities to achieve economic independence and improve their quality of life. This program is rooted in our mission to promote equality, self-reliance, and holistic development for women.
Our Vision
To create a world where rural women thrive as leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers in their communities, contributing to economic growth and societal well-being
Key Objectives
Promoting Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Opportunities
Providing training in small-scale businesses such as handicrafts,
agriculture, animal husbandry, and food processing.
Skill Development and Vocational Training
Organizing workshops to teach valuable skills, such as tailoring,
organic farming, and digital literacy, to enhance employability and
income-generating opportunities.
Access to Education and Literacy Programs
Ensuring women have access to education and literacy programs, empowering them to make informed decisions and participate in community leadership.
Health and Wellness Support
Providing access to healthcare services, mental health support, and
awareness programs on maternal health, nutrition, and hygiene.
Advocacy for Women’s Rights and Leadership
Encouraging women to participate in decision-making processes
within their families and communities.
Cooperative Farming and Self-Help Groups
Forming self-help groups (SHGs) and cooperatives to enable women to pool resources, share knowledge, and market their products collectively.
Why Empowering Rural Women Matters
Improves Family Well-being
When women are economically empowered, their families enjoy better health, education, and living standards.
Strengthens Communities
Empowered women are key contributors to
social cohesion and community development.
Drives Economic Growth
Women’s participation in the rural economy significantly boosts local and national economies.
Our Commitment
At ICCCCN, we believe that empowering rural women is not just a social responsibility but a moral imperative rooted in our Christian values of
compassion, equality, and justice. By equipping women with the tools they need to succeed, we are planting seeds of hope and transformation that will benefit generations to come.
Join us in this mission to build stronger, more prosperous rural communities by empowering women to lead with courage and purpose.