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The “Supporting Handicrafts Products of Vulnerable Families” project, funded by the International Civil Society Action Network, Inc. (ICAN), aimed to empower vulnerable families through skill development in handicrafts, enabling them to generate income and improve their livelihoods. The objectives and Goals of the projects are:

• To Empower vulnerable families with professional sewing skills.
• To Provide essential sewing equipment.
• To Establish a support network among participants.
• To Facilitate marketing and sale of handicraft products.

The project ran successfully from February 01, 2024, to July 31, 2024. The project directly benefited 45 vulnerable families from three villages and 130 individuals (family members and community leaders) who participated in workshops and community events in Balkhab district, Sar-e-pul Province. The project significantly enhanced the economic resilience of vulnerable families by:

• Improving sewing skills and providing necessary equipment.
• Creating a supportive network for sharing experiences and building trust.
• Increasing the ability to market and sell handicraft products, generating sustainable income.

Key Activities:

1. Sewing Training: Provided professional training in sewing for 45 vulnerable families.
2. Equipment Provision: Supplied sewing machines and related equipment to the trainees.
3. Networking Group: Established a group to facilitate mutual support and knowledge sharing.
4. Monthly Workshops: Conducted workshops for family members to understand the training and marketing of products.
5. Community Engagement: Organized two major community events, including a handicraft exhibition to showcase and sell the products.

• Organization Address:
  • Khawja Taki Avenue, 3rd District, Herat, Afghanistan
  • Tawhid Abad Street, Sar-e-Pul, Afghanistan