Economic Empowerment

Empowering 30 Widows

Empowering 30 widows in Imo State with business starter tools, livelihood support and financial literacy.

Program Overview

Restoring dignity. Restoring hope. Rebuilding lives.

Through the Widowhood Justice, Advocacy & Economic Empowerment Summit in Owerri, Imo State, She Matters empowers 30 widows with the tools and support to rebuild their livelihoods.

On summit day, all 30 widows received business starter tools and livelihood support.

What the empowerment includes

Business starter tools and livelihood support
Practical demonstrations on the use of empowerment tools and income-generating activities
Financial literacy and business guidance for sustainable income and growth
Community support and emotional encouragement for healing and reintegration

Date: July 23, 2026 · Location: Owerri, Imo State

Empowering 30 Widows programme flyer – She Matters Initiative

Focus Areas

Business starter tools
Livelihood support
Financial literacy and business guidance
Practical demonstrations of empowerment tools

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