The Hunger Project-Senegal is proud to report the successful conclusion of another year’s participation in the IntraHealth malaria program. In the last year, trained extension workers with partner community-based organizations (CBOs) reached 17,000 individuals through 870 discussions on malaria.
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Through Numerous Initiatives, Djiby Exhibits the Dedication Required to Bring Sustainable Development to Senegal
Through his numerous, widespread initiatives, Djiby exhibits the dedication required to bring holistic, sustainable growth to the communities surrounding Mpal Epicenter.
Ndeye, From Senegal, Starts A Business and Empowers Women to Do the Same
After receiving a certificate in functional literacy Ndeye Ndiaye started her own business and is working to empower women in her community.
Senegalese Woman Leads Rural Bank Training Efforts in the North
Mariame Harouna Ba, President of the Namarel Epicenter, is a founding member of the Namarel Rural Bank. She served as Chairperson of the Loan Committee from 2002 to 2007 and as part of the Namarel Rural Bank Board from 2008 to 2011. During the 10 years she spent at...
Towards Self-Reliance: Placing the Importance on Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation in Senegal
Q+A: We talk to Senegal’s Monitoring and Evaluation Officer about the importance of participatory M+E.
A Leader is Born in the Coki Epicenter in Senegal
Daro Seck was born in a local community situated about 7 km from Coki Epicenter. She is the custodian of the health center in Warack. Her relationship with The Hunger Project dates back to 2003. In 2013, Daro attended the constituent general assembly of Coki...
Senegal Promotes Leadership Training and Expands Nutrition Education in 2014
The Hunger Project-Senegal empowered community members in 2014 through skills workshops, seed grants, a new preschool education curriculum and more.
Senegal Embraces “Green Microfinance”
The National Agency of Eco-Villages (ANEV) and the Japanese International Cooperation Agency signed an agreement with the Coki Epicenter Rural Bank to implement the Environmental Protection and Financial Sustainability Program. The program aims to promote the use of biodigesters that convert waste into renewable energy.
Rural Banks in Senegal Upgrade to Cutting Edge Technology
Thanks to the leadership of The Hunger Project-Senegal’s Microfinance Program Officer, Ms. Khary Cisse, the three Rural Banks in Senegal recently saw a strong evolution in information technology.
Creating Safe Environments for Mothers-to-be in Senegal
Ms. Marie Cecilia Diam, a Health and Nutrition Officer, is one of the many animators working to create healthy environments for mothers-to-be in Senegal.
Epicenter Strategy Crucial to Rural Bank Development in Senegal
Yacine Diallo has been a key leader in the THP Epicenter Strategy in Senegal, especially in the microfinance program. Read her story.
THP-Senegal Trains Women to Start and Grow Their Business
THP-Senegal’s Concerned Women’s Education Program has started training women in the skills for starting and growing their business. THP-Senegal also continued other workshops in the areas of food security and microfinance.
Women Cultivate and Process Organic Hibiscus in Senegal
A pilot project to train women to cultivate and process organic hibiscus (Bio Bissap) was so successful that the program has been scaled up to now include 12 villages with 563 women, who now plow and maintain a combined total of 21 hectares.
Senegalese Entrepreneur Becomes Major Wholesaler of Produce
When Awa Ndiaye took out a loan from The Hunger Project-Senegal’s Microfinance Program, she was interested in developing a small vegetable trade. Not only did her venture succeed, but in the process, she ended up changing the way many women did business in her village.
Retirement Means a New Beginning in Senegal
When Moussa Ndour retired to his native village, he took up a new career as a champion of the local epicenter and a leader in his community.
Leading to Greater Health Access in Senegal
A natural leader, Pene Diarra has been critical to improving access to medical services at Dahra Epicenter. She leads a large women’s organization and set up a health mutual in her community.
Preventing the Spread of Malaria, Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS in Senegal
The Hunger Project-Senegal is proud to report the successful conclusion of another year’s participation in the IntraHealth malaria program. In the last year, trained extension workers with partner community-based organizations (CBOs) reached 17,000 individuals through 870 discussions on malaria.
Through Numerous Initiatives, Djiby Exhibits the Dedication Required to Bring Sustainable Development to Senegal
Through his numerous, widespread initiatives, Djiby exhibits the dedication required to bring holistic, sustainable growth to the communities surrounding Mpal Epicenter.
Ndeye, From Senegal, Starts A Business and Empowers Women to Do the Same
After receiving a certificate in functional literacy Ndeye Ndiaye started her own business and is working to empower women in her community.
Senegalese Woman Leads Rural Bank Training Efforts in the North
Mariame Harouna Ba, President of the Namarel Epicenter, is a founding member of the Namarel Rural Bank. She served as Chairperson of the Loan Committee from 2002 to 2007 and as part of the Namarel Rural Bank Board from 2008 to 2011. During the 10 years she spent at...
Towards Self-Reliance: Placing the Importance on Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation in Senegal
Q+A: We talk to Senegal’s Monitoring and Evaluation Officer about the importance of participatory M+E.
A Leader is Born in the Coki Epicenter in Senegal
Daro Seck was born in a local community situated about 7 km from Coki Epicenter. She is the custodian of the health center in Warack. Her relationship with The Hunger Project dates back to 2003. In 2013, Daro attended the constituent general assembly of Coki...
Senegal Promotes Leadership Training and Expands Nutrition Education in 2014
The Hunger Project-Senegal empowered community members in 2014 through skills workshops, seed grants, a new preschool education curriculum and more.
Senegal Embraces “Green Microfinance”
The National Agency of Eco-Villages (ANEV) and the Japanese International Cooperation Agency signed an agreement with the Coki Epicenter Rural Bank to implement the Environmental Protection and Financial Sustainability Program. The program aims to promote the use of biodigesters that convert waste into renewable energy.
Rural Banks in Senegal Upgrade to Cutting Edge Technology
Thanks to the leadership of The Hunger Project-Senegal’s Microfinance Program Officer, Ms. Khary Cisse, the three Rural Banks in Senegal recently saw a strong evolution in information technology.