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Bolivia
Empowerment of Aymara-women in the Bolivian Altiplano - phase II

Duration
2017 – 2018

Budget
88 500 €

Beneficiaries
Aymara women

In the Bolivian Altiplano, Inter-Cultur has been helping the local Aymara-women in their efforts to establish women's associations to manage initiatives for the benefit of the whole communities. This also gives the women a legal political status in the otherwise male-dominated communities.
↑ In the Bolivian Altiplano, Inter-Cultur has been helping the local Aymara-women in their efforts to establish women's associations to manage initiatives for the benefit of the whole communities. This also gives the women a legal political status in the otherwise male-dominated communities.
Gender equality (SDG 5)Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8)Peace, justice, and strong institutions (SDG 16)

Strengthening Women's Political Agency and Economic Rights

In the Bolivian Altiplano, Inter-Cultur and AYNI, a local NGO, strengthened the impact of previous work. Whereas earlier projects aimed at strengthening Aymara women's status in their communities by providing them with skills for agricultural production, among other things, this project aimed at also strengthening Aymara women through the creation of Women's Associations. These associations make agricultural production and distribution of products easier and facilitate the protection and promotion of their rights within the community as well as the access to public funding for their activities. This project, therefore, not only gave continuation to earlier work but guaranteed its future impact since the Women's Association is a legal structure that stays after the completion of the project and offers an environment for further professional development and future access to funding. 

The project succeeded in its efforts to support the formation of women's organizations, which enables them to apply for public funding. Additionally, the project offered the women training on agricultural practices to foster sustainable economic activities. 

This project has been funded by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland.

Key Achievements and Outcomes:

  • Funded four independent women's associations to implement their own microprojects. 
  • Provided the women with training on sustainable agriculture to improve their economic activities. 

Photo gallery

Through advocacy and institutionalization, the women have been able to gain more political agency and status in the otherwise male-dominated communities.
↑ Through advocacy and institutionalization, the women have been able to gain more political agency and status in the otherwise male-dominated communities.
Aymara-women showing their skilfully sewed traditional skirts.
↑ Aymara-women showing their skilfully sewed traditional skirts.

Countries

Bolivia

Home to the Andes mountains, Bolivia faces challenges such as poverty and environmental concerns, particularly among its indigenous populations. Our partnership with AYNI focuses on vocational training, literacy, and sustainable agriculture, aiming to empower marginalized communities and women.

Guatemala

In Guatemala, a country known for its rich indigenous heritage, we address the needs of women in disadvantaged situations through Fundación Junkabal. Our initiatives in vocational training and micro-entrepreneurship are designed to uplift women and advocate for human rights.

Kenya

Kenya's diverse landscape is the backdrop for our efforts to tackle poverty and unemployment in the country. Examples of our work include offering vocational education in Nairobi's slums through SET and Eastlands College of Technology, and improving the agricultural activities of rural women in Turkana County, both aiming to improve life quality and employment prospects with an integral formation model.

Lebanon

Lebanon, with its millennia-old heritage, navigates through profound economic crises and a significant refugee presence. In response, our partnership with PRODES and IMS is dedicated to empowering women through vocational training in hospitality, tourism, and gastronomy, equipping young women from rural areas for better prospects.

Nicaragua

Nicaragua, with its dramatic volcanic landscape, faces social unrest and economic difficulties. Our work with ANDECU supports women by investing in vocational training centers and micro-business resources, empowering them to improve their income levels and overcome challenges in their families and communities.

Uganda

Uganda, known for its diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, faces socio-economic disparities and gender inequality impacting vocational education access. Partnering with COWA, we provide women and youth with vocational training and technological empowerment to boost employment opportunities and economic independence, promoting gender equality and sustainable development.