Uganda - Business creation project

Décrivez votre projet en quelques mots

"Waste-to-Wealth" will empower refugee and vulnerable ugandan women in Kampala by turning plastic waste into income-generating crafts. The project will foster economic independence, enhance education, and promote environmental sustainability.

01.01 Décrivez votre projet en détail

The "Waste-to-Wealth: Empowering Refugee Women and vulnerable Ugandans through Recycling" project aims to address the twin challenges of poverty and environmental degradation in Kampala, Uganda. By transforming plastic waste into marketable products, such as eco-friendly bags, decorative furniture, and custom notebooks, the project will empower refugee women and teenage girls with practical skills and entrepreneurial knowledge. Through comprehensive training in crafting, business management, and innovative upcycling techniques, participants will create sustainable income sources. The initiative will also focus on enhancing educational support for children and promoting community cohesion. By establishing market linkages and an e-commerce platform, the project ensures broad market access for the products, fostering economic independence. The project will run environmental awareness campaigns to promote recycling and sustainable living within the communities of Rubaga and Makindye.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

The "Waste-to-Wealth" project addresses the dual issues of poverty and environmental degradation in the congested urban areas of Kampala, Uganda. Refugee women and teenage girls in these areas face severe unemployment and economic hardship, struggling to support their families. Concurrently, the city grapples with rampant plastic waste pollution, contributing to environmental health risks and unsightly urban landscapes. This project seeks to transform these challenges into opportunities by providing skills training for crafting and upcycling plastic waste into valuable products. By creating sustainable income sources for refugee women and promoting recycling practices, the project aims to alleviate poverty, reduce plastic waste, and foster community cohesion and resilience. Through market integration and educational support, it also enhances the participants' ability to support their children’s education and overall well-being.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service que vous souhaitez fournir par votre projet (au moins 3).

Economic Empowerment and Job Creation: The project equips refugee women and teenage girls with skills to craft marketable products from recycled plastic, creating sustainable income sources. This economic empowerment reduces poverty and provides financial stability for their families. Environmental Impact and Sustainability: By transforming plastic waste into valuable crafts, the project significantly reduces environmental pollution in Kampala. It promotes sustainable waste management practices, contributing to a cleaner and healthier urban environment. Enhanced Educational Opportunities and Community Cohesion: The project supports the education of participants' children by providing school fees and materials, particularly focusing on retaining teenage girls in school. Additionally, it fosters a supportive community network, integrating refugees into the local economy and promoting social inclusion and resilience.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adressera le produit/service de votre projet. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

The "Waste-to-Wealth" project is specifically aimed at serving refugee and Ugandan women, and teenage girls living in the overcrowded areas of Rubaga and Makindye in Kampala Uganda. These individuals often face extreme economic hardship, limited employment opportunities, and social marginalization. The project focuses on empowering these women, who are typically responsible for supporting their families, by providing them with skills to transform plastic waste into marketable products. Additionally, the initiative extends its support to the children of these women, particularly emphasizing educational opportunities for teenage girls. By fostering economic independence, enhancing educational support, and promoting social inclusion, the project seeks to uplift these vulnerable groups, integrating them into the local economy and improving their overall well-being.

01.05 Quand avez-vous commencé à travailler sur votre projet ?

01/01/2024

01.06 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires sur votre projet en plus de vous ?

2

01.07 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

2

01.08 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre projet (compétences, expérience, etc.).

Community Development and Livelihood Expert: One of our key partners, Musiimenta Prossy, brings extensive expertise in community development and livelihood enhancement. With a background in working with marginalized groups, she has successfully led several initiatives focused on empowering vulnerable communities through skill development and capacity building. Her deep understanding of the socio-economic challenges faced by refugee women in Uganda enables her to design and implement effective training programs that foster economic self-sufficiency and community resilience. Financial Management Specialist: Irene Kyomuhangi is a seasoned financial manager with a strong track record in overseeing financial operations and providing strategic financial guidance for Non goverment organizations. She excels in budget planning, resource allocation, and financial oversight, ensuring that the project's funds are used efficiently and transparently. Her expertise in financial literacy and manageme

01.09 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

https://www.linkedin.com/in/semanda-daniel

01.10 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre projet ?

d) Produits de base (aliments, boissons, produits ménagers et personnels)

02.01.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

6

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The startup will create employment amongst the refugee and Ugandan Women. This will improve the wellbeing of the marginalized groups which will create hope towards overcoming poverty.

02.02.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

5

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Through employment and income generation activities, women will have access to food which will create zero hunger.

02.03.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

4

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

N/A

02.04.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Éducaiton de Qualité'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Educational Support for Children: A key component of our project will dedicate a portion of the proceeds to cover school fees, provide scholastic materials, and support extracurricular educational programs for the children of participating women. This direct financial assistance helps ensure consistent school attendance and reduces dropout rates, especially among teenage girls. Vocational and Entrepreneurial Training: The comprehensive vocational training for teenage girls in areas such as fashion design, jewelry making, and home décor using recycled materials. These skills will not only provide immediate job opportunities but also instill a lifelong appreciation for learning and self-development. Enhanced Learning Environment: By empowering mothers with sustainable income sources, the project alleviates the economic pressures that often force children to leave school. This improved financial stability allows families to prioritize education and create a more supportive environment.

02.05.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The startup will contribute to gender equality by empowering refugee women and teenage girls with skills and resources to create income-generating products, enhancing their livelihoods and educational prospects, thus promoting gender equity in economic opportunities.

02.06.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

5

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The initiative will contribute to clean water and sanitation by reducing plastic waste, which often ends up polluting water sources, and by promoting recycling practices that contribute to cleaner urban environments.

02.07.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

By recycling waste into valuable products, the startup will indirectly support affordable and clean energy by reducing the need for new materials’ production, which often involves high energy consumption and carbon emissions.

02.08.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

6

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The startup will foster decent work and economic growth by creating employment opportunities for refugee women, providing them with fair work conditions, and enabling them to support their families, thus contributing to economic development.

02.09.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovaiton et Infrastructure'

6

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The project will drive industry innovation and infrastructure by introducing innovative recycling techniques and creating a range of marketable products from waste materials, thereby fostering a culture of creativity and sustainable production.

02.10.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

6

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

It will contribute to reduced inequalities by targeting refugee women, who are often marginalized, providing them with economic opportunities, and integrating them into the local economy, thus narrowing social and economic gaps.

02.11.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

6

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The startup will promote sustainable cities and communities by addressing urban waste management issues, creating economic opportunities from waste materials, and fostering environmental stewardship among community members.

02.12.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsable'

4

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

It will contribute to responsible consumption and production by transforming waste into wealth, encouraging the community to recycle, and creating products that are practical, durable, and marketable.

02.13.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Luttle contre les Changements Climatiques'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The initiative will support climate action by reducing plastic waste that contributes to greenhouse gas emissions when burned or left in landfills, thus mitigating climate change impacts.

02.14.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

6

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

While the project’s direct impact on life below water may not be explicit, reducing plastic waste will help in preventing pollution of water bodies, protecting aquatic ecosystems and marine life.

02.15.01 Mon projetp contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

6

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The startup will aid life on land by preventing land pollution through waste reduction and recycling initiatives, contributing to healthier terrestrial ecosystems.

02.16.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

4

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

N/A

02.17.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

4

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

N/A

05.01 Il existe un grand nombre de clients qui utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire à celui que nous envisageons de créer.

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

05.02 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

4

05.03 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

6

05.04 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

4

05.05 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

4

05.06 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

6

05.07 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

05.08 Justification de mon projet

N/A

05.09 Qui sont vos principaux potentiels concurrents et qu'est-ce qui vous différencie d'eux ?

Other organizations or initiatives like Nice plastics that focus on Recycling and upcycling of waste materials in urban areas.

10.06 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

Yes, I supported the community to form saving groups were they meet and save in a pool to raise money for their micro-businesses.