Meet Stella, her main source of income previously came from the mines. Women are often the main breadwinners in their homes and are responsible for providing for their families. Men often struggle to find employment, are lost due to armed conflicts or die on the front lines, leaving women widowed and solely responsible for their children.
The work often done by women is lighter, with men taking physically intense work. Longstanding cultural views on the work division between men and women often leave women like Stella with a role that does not provide a substantial or regular wage necessary to support their families
As part of the project, CRC has helped women transition into employment outside of the mines, including setting up their own businesses.
“Today, thanks to the CRC, I have a job that supports my family. I sell things like sugar, water and soap. This allows me to feed my family, pay my children’s school fees on time and cultivate my fields.”