Chalan Foundation’s Women Economic Empowerment Initiative in Nandi County goes beyond economic support—it is a strategic intervention aimed at improving outcomes for children by strengthening the households they come from.

The program specifically engaged widowed women, recognizing the unique economic and social challenges they face, and the direct impact these challenges have on children’s education and wellbeing.

By equipping women with tools for financial independence, the initiative aims to:

• Reduce school dropout linked to financial hardship
• Improve children’s access to basic needs and education
• Strengthen household stability and resilience
• Protect children from exploitation and vulnerability
• Participants were trained in:
• Entrepreneurship and small business development
• Financial literacy and savings practices
• Building sustainable income streams

The sessions also created space for women to share their experiences, helping Chalan Foundation better understand their realities and tailor future programming.

This initiative reinforces a core belief; when women are empowered, children are more likely to stay in school, thrive, and build better futures.