Projects

2016 - 2017

Completed

WEAVE 1

The WEAVE I Project – Women’s Empowerment: Action, Voice, Enterprise (Phase I) focused on strengthening the economic independence of women-headed households in Northern Sri Lanka by building their entrepreneurial capacities and supporting the development of viable, sustainable businesses.

Implemented by Chrysalis with funding from CARE Netherlands and the H&M Foundation, the project addressed both economic vulnerability and gender inequality by equipping women with the skills, confidence, and resources needed to thrive as entrepreneurs.

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Implementation

The project supported women through:

  • Entrepreneurship and business management training
  • Guidance on setting up and growing viable enterprises
  • Support for market access and income generation
  • Activities that strengthened women’s voice and decision-making in their households and communities

By combining enterprise development with leadership and agency, WEAVE I enabled women to take control of their economic futures.

Beneficiaries

The primary beneficiaries were women-headed households in Northern Sri Lanka, many of whom were rebuilding their lives and livelihoods after years of conflict and displacement.

Key Outcomes

  • Improved entrepreneurial and business management skills among women.
  • Increased number of viable and income-generating women-led enterprises.
  • Strengthened financial independence and household resilience.
  • Enhanced confidence, voice, and leadership of women in their communities.
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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.