Today, the Abwenzi A Ana team embarked on a comprehensive field visit to gain in-depth insights into the ongoing initiatives of our partner organizations: Rays of Hope, Future4All, and YODEP in Ntcheu This visit serves as a crucial preparatory step for the upcoming Abwenzi A Ana quarterly review meeting, which will be held in Liwonde
During the visit, the team engaged with a diverse array of key stakeholders who are instrumental in the successful implementation of various community-based interventions These stakeholders included:
- Community Child Protection Committee: Focused on safeguarding the rights and well-being of children within the community
- Core Group: A collaborative body working on multiple community project
- YCBDA: Youth and Community-Based Development Association involved in youth empowerment and development programs
- Climate Smart Agriculture- Lead Farmer: Promoting sustainable agricultural practices to enhance food security and resilience against climate change
- School Disaster Risk Management Club: Educating and preparing students to handle and mitigate disaster risks
- Girls Solidarity Club: Empowering young girls through education and awareness on protection issues
These structures exemplify the collaborative efforts of our partner organizations in addressing critical issues within the district
Esther Gama, the Program Manager for Abwenzi A Ana, commended the remarkable work of our partners She particularly highlighted the impact of Future4All’s initiatives with the Girls Solidarity Club, noting the significant positive changes observed among the girls “The increased awareness of protection issues and the dedication to education among the girls are truly inspiring,” she said
The Abwenzi A Ana model ensures inclusivity, with all stakeholders actively involved in achieving our program’s goals This collaborative approach is vital in driving sustainable change and making a lasting impact on the communities we serve
