widow’s empowerment - COMMUNICATING DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE

Widows Empowerment Scheme – Restoring Dignity, Rebuilding Lives

At Community Development Initiative (CDI), we believe that no woman—especially one who has suffered the loss of a spouse—should be left behind. Through our Widows Empowerment Scheme, we provide practical support and sustainable means of livelihood to indigent widows in underserved communities.

Since its inception, this initiative has invested over ₦1,500,000 (One Million, Five Hundred Thousand Naira) to uplift and empower widows, equipping them with the tools, skills, and resources needed to regain their independence and dignity.

What We Do:

Skill Acquisition Training: Tailored programs in areas like tailoring, soap-making, hairdressing, and food processing.
Start-Up Support: Provision of basic equipment and seed funding to launch micro-enterprises.
Financial Literacy Workshops: Helping widows understand savings, budgeting, and small business management.
Emotional & Spiritual Support: Creating a community of hope, healing, and solidarity.

Impact So Far:

Dozens of widows have started thriving small businesses
Increased household incomes and reduced dependency
Renewed confidence and restored purpose

This scheme is more than charity—it’s a path to self-reliance. Through your continued support and partnership, we aim to reach even more widows, especially in rural and marginalized communities.