Kaduna Women Economic Empowerment Project

𝗖𝗼𝗔𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 🌱 On today's #WorldFoodDay, we would like to spotlight CoAmana, one of our partner organizations of the Kaduna Women Economic Empowerment Project, for training smallholder farmers in enhancing market activities through the AMANA digital platform. Through this platform, the farmers are able to connect to larger markets and ensure fair prices for their produce. 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻. Through the Kaduna Women Economic Empowerment Project, CoAmana helps smallholder farmers to scale up their market operations by introducing new features of the AMANA platform such as Buy Now, Pay Later. New POS systems and agent stations were also established to make sure the agents—especially the women—have everything they need to succeed. "I learned how to transfer funds and transact business digitally. I'm so happy to see AMANA helping market leaders to collect their market fees easily," one of the beneficiaries said. ➡️ Follow this page to receive more program updates: https://lnkd.in/e9Ydu-Ku Our partner organizations for this program are AFEX, CoAmana, Jennifer Etuh Foundation, Aha! and Healthy Entrepreneurs. #MarketAccess #Agriculture #KadunaWEEProject #WomenEmpowerment #WFD2024

The Kafanchan cluster of our Community Health Entrepreneurs (CHEs) recently took action by conducting an outreach at Yakowa market in Kafanchan, Kaduna State. 🌍 Their mission? To make healthcare more accessible, bringing medications directly to the people who need them most. These dedicated CHEs, trained by Aha! and Healthy Entrepreneurs, are transforming community health in impactful ways. 💊 This initiative is a vital part of the Kaduna WEE Project, generously funded by the Bayer Foundation. We’re also proud to have the support of incredible partners like the Jennifer Etuh Foundation, AFEX, and CoAmana, working together to create sustainable change in our communities. 💼💪 #KadunaWEEProject #CommunityHealth #WomenEmpowerment #HealthcareAccess #KadunaState #BayerFoundation #JenniferEtuhFoundation #AFEX #CoAmana

🚀 Empowering Women through Vertical Sack Farming! 🚀 At the heart of the Kaduna WEE Project, we’re not just teaching farming techniques—we’re transforming lives. Vertical sack farming is giving women the tools to achieve economic independence and build sustainable businesses right in their communities. 🌱 With the Jennifer Etuh Foundation leading the charge, we’re training 1,800 female farmers to make the most of small spaces, turning them into productive farms. This innovation is more than just agriculture—it’s a pathway to financial stability for women in Kaduna State. Curious about how this farming technique is reshaping the future? Read more about it in my latest article. #VerticalSackFarming #KadunaWEEProject #WomenEmpowerment #AgricultureInnovation #BayerFoundation #EconomicIndependence #SustainableFarming #FinancialInclusion #WomenInAgriculture #KadunaState

Story of Progress: Training and Onboarding 103 New Community Health Entrepreneurs From September 16th to 21st, 2024, Healthy Entrepreneurs Nigeria, a joint venture between Aha! and Healthy Entrepreneurs, with funding from the Bayer Foundation, took a major step in transforming healthcare access in Kaura and Jema’a LGAs. Through the Kaduna WEE Project, 103 new Community Health Entrepreneurs (CHEs) were trained and onboarded, increasing the network to 190 in the region. The six-day program, attended by notable dignitaries like the Honorable Commissioner of Kafanchan Municipal Authority, focused on equipping CHEs with both clinical and entrepreneurial skills. With starter kits, smartphones, and comprehensive training, these entrepreneurs are ready to impact their communities by offering sustainable healthcare services. Their work will serve as a cornerstone in reshaping rural healthcare delivery. We continue our commitment to empowering communities and enhancing healthcare accessibility. #KadunaWEEProject #BayerFoundation #CommunityHealthcare #HealthcareEmpowerment #SustainableHealthcare

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗻𝗮, 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮! Our partner organization Healthy Entrepreneurs onboarded 69 newly trained Community Health Entrepreneurs (CHEs) under the Kaduna Women Economic Empowerment Project. In this video, country director Mayowa Adeagbo shares insights into the onboarding process and the vital role these entrepreneurs play in transforming community health. ➡️ Follow this page to receive more program updates: https://lnkd.in/e9Ydu-Ku Our partner organizations for this program are AFEX, CoAmana, Jennifer Etuh Foundation, Aha! and Healthy Entrepreneurs. #HealthcareAccess #CommunityHealth #KadunaWEEProject #WomenEmpowerment

Highlights from Our Stakeholders’ Event Last Week Kaduna Women Economic Empowerment Project We kicked off with registration and warm welcome, setting the stage for a day filled with engaging networking moments. The energy in the room was palpable as connections were made, and we captured a few memorable snapshots to share. To close this post, we added pictures of some powerful opening remarks by our esteemed speakers, who laid the foundation for what would be an inspiring and impactful event. Stay tuned for the next post, where we’ll highlight the faces of our distinguished guests and keynote speakers. They not only graced us with their presence but also shared profound insights, recognizing the collective efforts of our five dedicated partners in driving this impactful project forward. Together, we continue to work towards achieving our shared Highlights from Our Stakeholders’ Event Last Week: We kicked off with a warm registration and welcome, setting the stage for a day filled with engaging networking moments. The energy in the room was palpable as connections were made, and we captured a few memorable snapshots to share. To close, we dove into some powerful opening remarks by our esteemed speakers, who laid the foundation for what would be an inspiring and impactful event. Stay tuned for the next post, where we’ll highlight the faces of our distinguished guests and keynote speakers. They not only graced us with their presence but also shared profound insights, recognizing the collective efforts of our five dedicated partners in driving this impactful project forward. Together, we continue to work towards achieving our shared vision! #jef #weeproject #wee #womenproject #kaduna #jenniferetuhfoundation #StakeholdersEvent #PartnershipInAction #ImpactfulSpeeches #SharedVisionvision! #StakeholdersEvent #PartnershipInAction #ImpactfulSpeeches #SharedVision

"Women, especially in rural areas, are the pivot on which true economic empowerment rotates. Neglecting their needs has contributed to the economic and security challenges we face today." These powerful words from Mrs. Uju Rochas-Anwukah, Special Assistant to the President on Public Health, highlight the critical link between women’s access to healthcare, education, and economic empowerment. At the Kaduna WEE Project stakeholders meeting, she emphasized that when we provide women with the right resources—healthcare, agricultural empowerment, and education—they will drive lasting, productive change in our nation. The Kaduna WEE Project funded by Bayer Foundation is proud to have started this transformative journey. Together with all the partners, we are committed to scaling sustainable, long-term solutions that uplift our rural women, fueling both economic growth and improved health outcomes across Nigeria. Healthy Entrepreneurs Jennifer Etuh Foundation Aha! CoAmana AFEX #WomenEmpowerment #HealthcareAccess #SustainableDevelopment #BayerFoundation #KadunaWEEProject

Empowering our women can never be over emphasised. especially in the rural areas. The more we empower, the more knowledge to create valuable outcomes. My sincere gratitude to the Kaduna Women Economic Empowerment Project for inviting me to speak at the WEE Project Stakeholders meeting. #WomenEmpowerment #HealthcareAccess #EconomicEmpowerment #KadunaWEEProject #BayerFoundation #BetterHealth #InclusiveGrowth #StakeholdersMeeting

"Empowering women economically is one of the strongest ways to improve health outcomes in rural areas," said Dr. Pamela Ajayi, President of the Healthcare Federation of Nigeria, during her keynote address yesterday at the Kaduna WEE Project's stakeholders meeting. She stressed how women’s access to financial resources directly impacts their ability to afford healthcare, better nutrition, and education on health issues. Dr. Ajayi highlighted how the project—funded by Bayer Foundation and driven by partners like Aha!, AFEX, Jennifer Etuh Foundation, Healthy Entrepreneurs and CoAmana—is making strides to bridge this gap. From training Community Health Entrepreneurs to providing market access for female farmers, these efforts are helping ensure that economic empowerment and healthcare go hand in hand for women in rural communities. #WomenEmpowerment #HealthcareAccess #EconomicEmpowerment #KadunaWEEProject #BayerFoundation #BetterHealth #InclusiveGrowth #StakeholdersMeeting

Yesterday, the Kaduna WEE Project hosted an important stakeholders meeting at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, themed Economic and Social Impact of Devaluation and Inflation on Women Economic Empowerment. The discussions focused on how current economic challenges are affecting women, particularly those in agriculture, and explored practical solutions for empowering them. Funded by Bayer Foundation, the Kaduna WEE Project—together with key partners like CoAmana, Jennifer Etuh Foundation, AFEX, Aha!, and Healthy Entrepreneurs—remains committed to improving healthcare access, skill acquisition, and agriculture for women in Nigeria. We look forward to the positive impact this meeting will bring for the future of women’s empowerment. #WomenEconomicEmpowerment #KadunaWEEProject #EconomicImpact #StakeholderMeeting #BayerFoundation #InclusiveGrowth #AgricultureDevelopment #HealthcareAccess