Our programs in Rwanda include direct financial aid, rights awareness classes, job-skills training and emotional support. The one-year program was developed for Rwanda's special challenges and demands, and includes vocational training that helps women earn an income and support themselves, through:
 
 
Commercial Integrated Farming Initiative (CIFI) — teaching women to make an income off the land with organic farming techniques geared toward commercial production
 
Tailoring — giving women the training they need to operate sewing machines and perform tailoring and clothing production
 
Other courses include:

• Jewelry-making


• Hair plaiting


• Livestock


• Brick-making

 
Our Success
Women for Women International has operated in Rwanda since 1997. Our programs have helped more than 36,000 women in 18 communities. Among Women for Women International-Rwanda program participants and graduates:

• 92% report improvements in both physical and mental health


• 93% report improvements in their economic situation


• 98% are saving income to invest in their future


• 92% are actively participating in key household decisions


• 77% leave the program with knowledge of their legal rights