Chad
Promoting the Rights of Women and Vulnerable Communities in Chad Through a Rights-Based Approach from Local to Global. The project focuses on addressing human rights violations, promoting sustainable livelihoods, empowering civil society, and fostering gender equality.
The project targets refugees and women, aiming to raise awareness of their rights, advocate for policy reforms, and enhance the capacity of civil society organizations to hold authorities accountable. The goal is to empower targeted communities, especially women, to achieve sustainable livelihoods and better access to their fundamental rights.
Activities include supporting income-generating projects, vocational training, advocating for policy changes, and promoting women's rights through education and advocacy. This phase builds on previous successes, such as improved access to land for refugees and the adoption of asylum law, to further empower marginalized groups and promote gender justice.
The "Promoting the Rights of Women and Vulnerable Communities in Chad" project is a transformative initiative designed to address systemic inequalities, enhance livelihoods, and promote human rights for refugees, returnees, and marginalized women. Operating in Chad’s Logone Oriental, Moyen-Chari, and Ouaddai provinces, the project combines advocacy, capacity building, and economic empowerment to create a lasting impact. With a budget of CHF 900,000 over three years, this initiative seeks to empower individuals and communities through sustainable, rights-based approaches.
Why Chad?
Chad faces severe socio-economic challenges, including:
Poverty and Inequality: Over 64% of the population lives below the poverty line, with stark disparities in access to education, land, and resources—particularly for women.
Gender Inequities: Women face patriarchal norms that restrict access to land, education, and decision-making power. Chad also has one of the highest rates of child marriage globally, with 67% of girls married before the age of 18.
Vulnerable Communities: Refugees and returnees face restricted mobility, limited access to natural resources, and socio-economic exclusion.
This project aims to address these challenges through targeted interventions that improve livelihoods, promote gender equality, and foster resilience in vulnerable communities.
Project Overview
Target Beneficiaries
Direct Beneficiaries: 6,000 individuals, including:
Refugees and returnees in camps and villages across the provinces.
Women and girls affected by gender inequalities.
Youth, local community members, and civil society organizations (CSOs).
Indirect Beneficiaries: 24,000 individuals, including families and broader community members.
Key Components
Sustainable Livelihoods and Economic Empowerment
Vocational training, small-scale agri-business support, and income-generating activities for women and vulnerable groups.
Strengthened land access and resource management, addressing systemic barriers to women's economic independence.
Advancing Women’s Rights
Advocacy training for women’s groups and CSOs to promote equitable access to education, land, and decision-making opportunities.
Awareness campaigns through plays, radio broadcasts, and workshops to challenge harmful social norms.
Capacity Building for Local Advocacy
Training local organizations and leaders in human rights mechanisms to amplify their voices and ensure sustainable advocacy efforts.
Facilitating dialogue between community members and local authorities to promote accountability and collaboration.
Conflict Mitigation and Social Cohesion
Training mediators and community leaders to resolve inter-community and farmer-herder conflicts.
Promoting peaceful cohabitation through awareness campaigns and community-driven conflict resolution mechanisms.
Examples of What Your Donation Can Support
CHF 500: Funds a workshop for local women’s groups to advocate for land and education rights.
CHF 1,200: Provides vocational training for 10 young women, equipping them with skills for sustainable livelihoods.
CHF 3,500: Establishes a community-based income-generating project, benefiting 50 families.
CHF 5,000: Supports a regional awareness campaign on women's rights, reaching over 10,000 individuals through radio, theatre, and public events.
Why Your Support Matters
Tangible Impact: Every contribution supports training, resources, and advocacy initiatives that directly empower women and communities.
Breaking Barriers: Your support helps dismantle systemic gender inequalities and create opportunities for women and vulnerable groups.
Sustainable Change: Communities gain the skills and tools to advocate for their rights and sustain their livelihoods independently.
Amplified Reach: This initiative’s multi-level approach ensures lasting impact at local, national, and global scales.
Join Us in Transforming Chad
Together, we can create a future where marginalized women and communities in Chad thrive with dignity and independence. Your support directly contributes to building equitable opportunities and fostering resilience in one of the world’s most challenging contexts.
"Empowering Women, Uplifting Communities, Transforming Chad."
