The Epicenter Strategy is a holistic strategy that builds a path to sustainable self-reliance by shifting the power to small scale producers and promoting community-led development.
Benin
Dutch Network Celebrates 10 Years of Investment in Benin
This week, a group of Dutch investors embarked on a special journey to Benin to celebrate 10 years since the founding of their investment network, Katakle, which has been partnering with The Hunger Project since 2008.
How THP-Benin Raises Gender Awareness Through Theater
The Hunger Project- Benin is using theater and community outreach to raise awareness of women’s empowerment issues, including child marriage.
The Hunger Project Celebrates 20 Years in Benin and Burkina Faso
The Hunger Project-Benin and The Hunger Project-Burkina Faso are celebrating their 20th year of working to end chronic hunger and poverty! Our 20-year record of achievement in Benin and Burkina Faso is grounded in the principle that people must be the agents of their own change. We invite you to learn more about our programs in both countries, and celebrate community partners who are doing the incredible work of ending hunger for themselves, their neighbors and their families.
Combating Violence Against Women in Benin through Community Leadership and Education
Violence and discrimination against women remains a pervasive challenge in Benin. To tackle this issue, we work with community partners through the Women’s Empowerment Program to empower local women through education and training.
Benin’s Health Workers Are Taking a Stand Against Child Mortality
The Hunger Project-Benin is taking a stand against child mortality and improving health follow-up strategies, such as encouraging regular clinic visits for children under five.
The Entrepreneurship Promotion Program in Benin: Changing Lives of Youth Through Business
The Hunger Project-Benin’s Entrepreneurship Promotion Program provides technical and educational support to encourage entrepreneurship and business growth. Bossou Kocou Jean is one entrepreneur who has benefited from the program.
Young Agricultural Contractor Finds Great Success Thanks to The Hunger Project-Benin
Luc Kinnin is a young agricultural contractor from Kpinnou epicenter. Luc, who is 28 years old, is one of the most prominent young people taking initiative and making big changes in his area. Proud of what he has accomplished and thankful for The Hunger Project-Benin...
Benin Empowers Women and Youth And Moves One Step Closer To Ending Malnutrition in 2014
Learn about how The Hunger Project-Benin expanded educational resources, empowered women, and created new ways to track and improve childhood nutrition in 2014.
Hunger Project President and CEO Meets with Presidents of Ghana and Benin
President and CEO, Åsa Skogström Feldt, recently traveled to Ghana where she met both the President and Vice President of Ghana.
Hunger Project President and CEO Participates in Google Hangout from Benin; Answers Your Questions
In honor of International Women’s Day which took place on March 8, our President and CEO, Åsa Skogström Feldt, joined us live via video chat from her recent trip to Benin. See the full video as well as questions and answers asked by our followers.
Benin Advances Maternal and Child Nutrition in 2014
In 2014, The Hunger Project-Benin participated in a number of monumental events, including the inauguration of Gohomey Epicenter in the presence of Dutch investors and staff of The Hunger Project-Netherlands.
Moringa in Benin: Super Food Nutrition and Income Generating Production
Margaux Yost, Africa Programs Associate at The Hunger Project Global Office, recently traveled to Mozambique and Benin to observe our Health and Nutrition programs. Over a series of two blog posts, Margaux has explored two key aspects of successful development:...
THP-Benin Partners with Dutch on Epicenter Strategy
THP-Benin signed an agreement with the Dutch Ministry to implement the Epicenter Strategy over a four-year period. The Klouékanmè Epicenter was inaugurated in the presence of HP-Netherlands investors, district authorities, local chiefs and the Katakle group.
Measuring Empowerment: The Columbia SIPA Team’s Experience in Mexico and Benin
In March 2013, a Columbia School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) team of six split into two and embarked on field visits to two country offices: Mexico and Benin. In addition to seeking a better understanding of The Hunger Project's (THP's) mission and...
Mobilized Youth Promote Education, Health, Sustainable Agricultural Practices at THP-Benin Epicenters in 2012
Update to the Global Board October 2012 THP-Benin had a busy period, kicking off 2012 with two well-attended epicenter inaugurations as well as two investor trips and a visit from Global Office staff. Expansion of programs, epicenters and staff also continued with the...
The Will to Succeed with THP-Benin
Celine Migan was struck by a debilitating injury while still a child. Too often in her society, this sort of handicap casts a dark shadow over the lives of its sufferers, robs them of their abilities, and dooms them to beg in the streets. However, with The Hunger Project in the picture, self-sufficiency and dignity are never far away. Read about how Ms. Migan works with THP-Benin’s Microfinance Program to defy grim statistics and succeed every day.
THP-Benin Fosters Growth For Small Tradeswomen
In Benin, The Hunger Project exceeded Madame Djaria’s expectations when a small loan went a long way towards making her business grow.
Building a Farm from the Chicks Up in Benin
Anagonou Hounzavi started with a dream two years ago, and thanks to planning, hard work, and a training program through THP, he has built a successful chicken farm starting with just six chicks in 2007. He is now expanding into rabbit breeding while supporting his family and proudly continues to train others on chicken farming.
The 5 Principles of Change
The Epicenter Strategy is a holistic strategy that builds a path to sustainable self-reliance by shifting the power to small scale producers and promoting community-led development.
Dutch Network Celebrates 10 Years of Investment in Benin
This week, a group of Dutch investors embarked on a special journey to Benin to celebrate 10 years since the founding of their investment network, Katakle, which has been partnering with The Hunger Project since 2008.
How THP-Benin Raises Gender Awareness Through Theater
The Hunger Project- Benin is using theater and community outreach to raise awareness of women’s empowerment issues, including child marriage.
The Hunger Project Celebrates 20 Years in Benin and Burkina Faso
The Hunger Project-Benin and The Hunger Project-Burkina Faso are celebrating their 20th year of working to end chronic hunger and poverty! Our 20-year record of achievement in Benin and Burkina Faso is grounded in the principle that people must be the agents of their own change. We invite you to learn more about our programs in both countries, and celebrate community partners who are doing the incredible work of ending hunger for themselves, their neighbors and their families.
Combating Violence Against Women in Benin through Community Leadership and Education
Violence and discrimination against women remains a pervasive challenge in Benin. To tackle this issue, we work with community partners through the Women’s Empowerment Program to empower local women through education and training.
Benin’s Health Workers Are Taking a Stand Against Child Mortality
The Hunger Project-Benin is taking a stand against child mortality and improving health follow-up strategies, such as encouraging regular clinic visits for children under five.
The Entrepreneurship Promotion Program in Benin: Changing Lives of Youth Through Business
The Hunger Project-Benin’s Entrepreneurship Promotion Program provides technical and educational support to encourage entrepreneurship and business growth. Bossou Kocou Jean is one entrepreneur who has benefited from the program.
Young Agricultural Contractor Finds Great Success Thanks to The Hunger Project-Benin
Luc Kinnin is a young agricultural contractor from Kpinnou epicenter. Luc, who is 28 years old, is one of the most prominent young people taking initiative and making big changes in his area. Proud of what he has accomplished and thankful for The Hunger Project-Benin...
Benin Empowers Women and Youth And Moves One Step Closer To Ending Malnutrition in 2014
Learn about how The Hunger Project-Benin expanded educational resources, empowered women, and created new ways to track and improve childhood nutrition in 2014.