The Kano State Government, through the Ministry of Women Affairs, has collaborated with the Development Research and Projects Centre (dRPC) to implement the Women’s Economic Empowerment Policy.
This initiative aims to promote gender equality, reduce poverty, and stimulate economic growth in Kano State.
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Policy Objectives:
Enhance women’s participation in the economy
Improve livelihoods and resilience to climate change
Bridge the gender gap in financial inclusion
Provide job opportunities for women and promote economic growth
Honorable Commissioner of Women Affairs, Amina Abdullahi HOD, emphasized the importance of economic empowerment for women, stating that it is crucial for social justice and sustainable development.
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The policy aims to lift over two million women out of poverty by 2029.
Implementation and Partnership:
The Ministry of Women Affairs and dRPC will work together to implement the policy, providing opportunities for women to access finance, markets, and economic resources.
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The partnership will also focus on creating an enabling environment for women’s economic empowerment, addressing the social and cultural barriers that hinder women’s participation in the economy.
Stakeholders’ Commitment:
The Commissioner pledged to strongly advocate for the implementation of the Women’s Economic Empowerment Policy to the Kano State Governor.
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Other stakeholders, including the Special Adviser to the Kano Governor on Women Affairs, also reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the policy’s implementation.