The Mdeya Foundation's commitment to empowering marginalized groups in Tamale, Ghana, has seen significant strides through its recent initiative targeting widows, girls, and persons with physical disabilities in districts such as Gushegu, Karaga, and Kumbungi.
with a track record dating back to 2004, the foundation has been a beacon of hope for thousands of women, girls and persons with disability.
Hajia Sadia Imoro, serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the Mdeya Foundation, addressed the media, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals in these communities.
She emphasized the severe lack of survival opportunities and the enduring hardships experienced by women, girls, and persons with disabilities.
A notable turnout marked the recent community program organized by the foundation, where widows, girls, and persons with disabilities gathered to access the support provided. Among the beneficiaries were the Gawei Mandeeya Women Farmer Group, the Zinindo Tiyumtaba Group, and the Farajemahim Youth Association.
The initiative focused on delivering tailored financial assistance aligned with the agricultural needs and land holdings of the participants. Beneficiaries expressed their gratitude for the support received, which ranged from financial aid to seedlings for farming activities.
Acknowledging the diversity of participants' circumstances, the initiative ensured that individuals with larger land holdings received substantial financial support, complemented by seedlings for farming. Similarly, those with smaller land holdings were not overlooked, receiving assistance customized to their cultivation requirements.
Expressing gratitude, beneficiaries commended Hajia Sadia Imoro for her leadership in orchestrating the community program. They hailed the initiative for its instrumental role in alleviating their plight and fostering opportunities for self-sustainability within their respective communities.