Women Eco-Project (WEP)
The Women Eco-Project equips women with green skills, sustainable livelihoods, and environmental entrepreneurship opportunities that improve household incomes while protecting God's creation. Through eco-friendly fuel production, natural handicrafts, and climate-smart solutions, women become leaders of both economic and environmental transformation.
The Problem
Many women, especially teen mothers, women with disabilities, and women-led households, face limited economic opportunities while depending heavily on natural resources for survival. This often increases pressure on forests through the use of firewood and charcoal, contributing to environmental degradation and climate change.
At the same time, agricultural waste and local natural resources remain underutilized despite their potential to create sustainable businesses. Without access to skills, markets, and financial opportunities, many women struggle to build resilient livelihoods that benefit both their families and the environment.
How We Work"
The Women Eco-Project combines environmental conservation with women's economic empowerment. Through practical training, innovation, mentorship, and market connections, we help women create sustainable enterprises that generate income while reducing environmental degradation and promoting climate resilience.
Eco-Briquettes Manufacturing
Women convert agricultural waste into clean, affordable, and environmentally friendly cooking fuel, reducing dependence on firewood and charcoal while generating income.
Living with Purpose Handicrafts
Women produce beautiful natural handicrafts using locally available materials, creating sustainable businesses that preserve culture and protect the environment.
Green Entrepreneurship Training
Participants receive practical business development, financial literacy, leadership, and enterprise management skills to build successful eco-businesses.
Sustainable Agriculture
Women are trained in climate-smart agriculture, soil conservation, composting, and environmentally responsible farming practices that strengthen food security.
Climate Action & Environmental Stewardship
Communities are empowered to become environmental champions through tree planting, waste reduction, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable resource management.
Access to Green Finance
The project connects women with micro-grants, partnerships, and financing opportunities that enable them to expand their green enterprises.
Market Development & Value Chains
TIDA supports women by strengthening market access, product branding, networking, and potential connections to national and international buyers for sustainable products.
Invest in Women. Restore the Environment. Build Sustainable Communities.
Your support empowers women with green skills, creates sustainable livelihoods, reduces deforestation, and strengthens climate resilience. Together, we can build thriving families, healthier ecosystems, and a greener future for Rwanda and beyond.