Project | Chrysalis | Chrysalis | Catalyzing Inclusive Growth for Women & Youth

Implementation

FICE nurtures an inclusive entrepreneurship ecosystem by:

Supporting women- and youth-led MSMEs with training, coaching, and market linkages.
Encouraging joint ventures and cross-community business partnerships.
Promoting value addition and climate-smart, sustainable business practices.
Strengthening the resilience of MSMEs and business groups to adapt to changing social and economic conditions.
This approach ensures economic empowerment is accompanied by social inclusion and long-term stability.

Beneficiaries

Women-led and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises
Value chain actors in rural and semi-urban areas
Marginalized groups across ethnic, religious, and geographic lines
The project ensures entrepreneurship is accessible, inclusive, and equitable, especially for those historically excluded from mainstream markets

Key Outcomes

The project contributes to:

Increased economic empowerment for women and youth.
More joint ventures and cross-regional business collaborations.
Greater participation of women in mainstream markets beyond traditional roles.
Stronger resilience and long-term sustainability of MSMEs and business consortia.
Enhanced social cohesion, trust, and community harmony through shared enterprise.

Supporting Donors & Partners

This project was made possible through the generous support of our donors, whose contributions played a vital role in planning, implementation, and successful delivery. Their commitment to social impact and sustainable development helped drive meaningful change and ensured that the project objectives were achieved for the benefit of the communities involved.

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