Female Experience
Women make up the majority of UPFORD members and, as the primary caretakers of their households, are crucial to the success and sustainability of community development. However, their marginalization in a patriarchal society often prevents them from realizing their full potential, thereby compromising both individual and communal development. For more information on these issues, as well as a discussion on the most effective ways of integrating women into development initiatives, please click on the links below.