Strong’HER

The STRONG’HER project, is a strategically designed response to the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change, particularly vulnerability to drought and erratic precipitations. The project focuses on enhancing climatic change adaptation from 7 woredas in Amhara and Oromia regions and in Addis Ababa. Central to STRONG’HER's strategy is advancing climatic change adaptation and reducing climate vulnerability within vital agricultural value chains, such as teff and legumes, alongside women-led value chains in small ruminants and poultry production. 

By focusing on climate resilience, the project is set to reduce the vulnerability of these systems to drought and erratic precipitations, thereby fostering agrifood systems that are not only sustainable but also capable of flourishing amidst the evolving climate landscape. This approach positions climate adaptation as the driving force behind strengthening these systems, resulting in enhanced food security and economic empowerment for women in the agricultural sector. 

By leveraging the cooperative model, STRONG’HER aims to enhance the capacity of rural and urban women to develop and adopt climate resilient practices, and to participate actively in decision-making processes. This model will not only boost the democratic organisation and income of women but will also enhance the quality of their products by integrating climatic change adaptation measures. Addressing the fact that women are especially susceptible and disproportionately impacted by climatic change, the project will confront gender-specific barriers that impede their capacity to adapt and restrict their contributions and economic well-being in agribusiness. STRONG’HER is committed to supporting women’s sustainable farm management in response to climatic change, thereby ensuring they have control over resources and benefits, and can expand their networks to fortify their resilience.