ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Human Development Foundation (HDF)

Developing self-reliance and economic empowerment

through equitable access and control over resources

Help us save lives

Helping People Help Themselves

The Economic Development program at HDF is crucial for the underprivileged people with an income which puts them below the national poverty threshold. Our program enables these individuals to develop and improve their technical skills through vocational trainings arranged locally within program areas as well as through public and private sector institutions which also award recognized certificates and diplomas. Capacities of the communities are enhanced for developing small businesses and enterprises through interest-free microcredit services and joint ventures among others.

Sustainable Development Goal 1

End poverty in all its forms everywhere.

Sustainable Development Goal 2

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.

Sustainable Development Goal 5

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

Sustainable Development Goal 8

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.

Sustainable Development Goal 10

Reduce inequality within and among countries.

Sustainable Development Goal 12

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Sustainable Development Goal 17

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.

We also provide education and training to farmers to help increase their productivity. This is done by promoting the use of research, up-to-date technology and best methods in agriculture and livestock. Our offerings include tunnel farming, integrated pest management, and kitchen gardening. We give special importance to empowering women so that they can play a greater role in their households and communities by taking up economic activities.