Nearly 1 in 11 people worldwide earn less than
$2.15 daily
Since 2015, global poverty reduction has stalled due to economic slowdowns and COVID-19. Rural poverty is 17.2%, compared to 5.3% in urban areas. Nonfarm activities, which make up 40% of rural income, are crucial for economic stability and poverty reduction.
HOW WE CONTRIBUTE
Key elements of Impact
Rural Community Tourism
Creating eco-friendly rural homestays in remote areas to boost tourism livelihoods
Skill Development
Training local youth and women in hospitality and technical skills.
Handicraft Value Chains
Supporting local artisans and women entrepreneurs in starting handicraft businesses.
Online Market Linkages
Connecting entrepreneurs with markets to boost visibility and ensure sustainability.
Enterprise Development
Building value chains with emerging entrepreneurs for their success.
Building
resilient
Livelihoods
Supporting initiatives that promote sustainable practices and strengthen local enterprises to build resilient and sustainable rural livelihoods
BOOSTING RURAL ECONOMIES
AREAS OF WORK
Rural Homestays
Setting up eco -friendly community run Homestays in offbeat locations leveraging tourism and promoting tourism dispersal from hotspots. The hosts are trained in hospitality to ensure quality for their guests
Handicraft Value Chain
Supporting local Self-Help Groups (SHGs) involves establishing enterprises to promote local handicrafts. This includes enhancing community members’ skills through training and setting up processing centers with modern equipment to ensure quality production and economic sustainability.
Localized LED Manufacturing
Localized LED manufacturing enhances rural livelihoods by training residents in production and assembly, generating employment, and allowing them to distribute and sell LEDs locally. This increases income, promotes energy efficiency, and fosters sustainable development.
Community Café
Empowering local women to establish community cafes that capitalize on local tourism activities. These cafes serve as hubs to showcase local handicrafts, promote regional cuisine, and engage in various tourism-related activities.
Empowering Rural Prosperity
Our emphasis on varied sustainable livelihood opportunities has greatly benefited communities and local entrepreneurs, boosting their resilience and economic stability.
