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International Literacy Day is celebrated on 8th September every year and highlights the importance of literacy for all people, communities and societies.
For women who live in poverty, like most of our fistula patients, the chance to reach their full potential is hampered by a lack of numeracy and literacy skills.
That’s why Hamlin’s Women’s Empowerment Program is so important. This pioneering program invites former fistula patients in need of income support to learn numeracy and literacy and vital vocational skills at Desta Mender.
The two-month residency program offers women a range of learning opportunities, including leadership and communications training as well as small-business guidance, empowering them to live a life with independence and choices.
