Market Assessment on Livelihood Opportunities for Women and Girls
A comprehensive market assessment identifying viable livelihood opportunities for women and girls in vulnerable communities.
Client / Donor
Bedari
Implementation Partners
Duration
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
Status
Completed
Project Scale
District
Executive Summary
The project identified sustainable, market-driven livelihood opportunities and provided evidence-based recommendations for designing economic empowerment interventions that promote financial independence, social inclusion, and resilience.
overview
Scope of Work
- Market Systems Analysis: Mapping of income-generating opportunities and emerging livelihood sectors.
- Community Assessment: Household-level consultations, FGDs, and KIIs.
- Women's Economic Participation Assessment: Analysis of cultural constraints and skills gap assessment.
- Livelihood Feasibility Analysis: Market demand evaluation and enterprise viability analysis.
Methodology
The assessment utilized a mixed-methods approach, combining 400 structured quantitative interviews across project locations with qualitative Focus Group Discussions and consultations with local businesses and market actors.
impact
Key Findings & Impact
The assessment provided a strong evidence base for future programming focused on women's economic empowerment, entrepreneurship promotion, and reduction of economic vulnerabilities. Key opportunities were identified in Home-Based Enterprises (stitching, handicrafts, food processing), Service Sectors (beauty, digital freelancing), and Small Business Development.
These findings enabled development partners and stakeholders to design targeted interventions that align with local market realities while actively addressing systemic barriers faced by women and girls.
Beneficiary Demographics
Direct Impact
400
Indirect Reach
0
MEAL Indicators
Structured Interviews
400
Districts Assessed
2
Focus Group Discussions
Multiple
Key Assessment Reports
4
SDG Alignment Matrix