In a transformative initiative, AmiWan, by birth Haruna Amina, a dedicated entrepreneur, conducted a comprehensive four-day skills training program for 30 women in Dupare, situated in the Wa East district. The training focused on equipping these women with the essential knowledge and expertise required to excel in the production of liquid soap, bar soap, azuma blow, and shower gel.
AmiWan primary objective in organizing this intensive training was to empower these women to pursue self-employment opportunities and achieve economic independence. She views this initiative as a vital component of her commitment to providing humanitarian aid by imparting employable skills that foster self-reliance among women in the community.
Over the past four years, AmiWan has been steadfast in her mission to bolster small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by offering business training, entrepreneurship guidance, access to financial resources, and skills training to underserved individuals in rural areas. Her overarching goal is to enhance the capacity of both youth and women, thereby alleviating poverty and leveraging the natural resources of the region, such as shea butter, to produce a diverse range of soaps and cosmetics.
Encouraging the participants to leverage their newfound knowledge and skills for the betterment of their communities, AmiWan emphasized the importance of utilizing the training to generate tangible benefits. She highlighted the common challenge faced by many in accessing startup capital after completing empowerment programs, underscoring the need for external support from organizations to facilitate the transition from training to entrepreneurship.
AmiWan dedication to empowering women through skill development not only uplifts individuals but also contributes to the socioeconomic advancement of the community at large. Her call for collaborative efforts to provide financial backing underscores the collective responsibility to nurture and sustain initiatives that foster self-reliance and economic growth among marginalized groups.
