In a significant development aimed at empowering women in Togo, 120 artisans, comprising 70 seamstresses and 50 hairdressers from 16 cantons of the Zio prefecture, have completed a training program in entrepreneurship and professional development. The training, which took place on November 8 in Tsévié, was organized by the "Do Nyé Amé" association in collaboration with local authorities. The program sought to equip the women with skills necessary for economic autonomy and successful integration into the workforce.
The training modules covered essential topics such as market analysis, entrepreneurship, artisanat fundamentals, equipment and raw material management, and strategies for fund mobilization and business viability. The initiative also aimed to foster an entrepreneurial spirit among the participants, enabling them to manage income-generating activities effectively. The program was attended by Kodjo Sévon-Tépé Adédzé, the Minister of Territorial Planning, Urbanism, and Housing, who emphasized the importance of vocational training in poverty reduction and women's economic empowerment.
The "Do Nyé Amé" association, which supports young, disadvantaged girls who have learned a trade, provided the training to facilitate the participants' integration into professional life. Each participant is set to receive a sewing machine or a hairdryer, courtesy of financial support from local authorities, to help them establish their own businesses. The initiative is part of a broader effort to promote social inclusion, job creation, and economic development in Togo.
According to Amédéssé Laurent, president of the "Do Nyé Amé" association, empowering women artisans is crucial for their economic autonomy, community development, and active participation in nation-building. He expressed gratitude to local authorities for their support in helping young people integrate into the workforce. The training program is a testament to the association's commitment to promoting women's economic empowerment.
Minister Adédzé highlighted the significance of vocational training in combating poverty, reducing unemployment, and promoting women's economic autonomy. He emphasized that acquiring practical skills offers women the opportunity to value their talents, develop their expertise, and achieve financial independence. The minister also underscored the importance of initiatives that promote social inclusion, job creation, and economic development.
The "Do Nyé Amé" association's initiative is supported by local authorities, who have pledged approximately 8,700,000 F CFA for the purchase of equipment for the trained artisans. This support demonstrates the government's commitment to empowering women and promoting economic development in Togo. The training program has equipped the participants with the skills and confidence necessary to establish their own businesses and contribute to the country's economic growth.
The successful completion of the training program marks a significant milestone in the efforts to promote women's economic empowerment in Togo. With the skills and support provided, the 120 trained artisans are poised to make a positive impact in their communities and contribute to the country's economic development. The initiative serves as a model for similar programs aimed at promoting social inclusion and job creation.
Key points
- The training program covered essential topics such as market analysis, entrepreneurship, and business management to equip the women with skills necessary for economic autonomy.
- Each participant will receive a sewing machine or a hairdryer to help them establish their own businesses, courtesy of financial support from local authorities.
- The initiative aims to promote social inclusion, job creation, and economic development in Togo, with a focus on empowering women artisans.
