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Final Report: Beauty Parlor

Summary

The WA-WA(Kenya) Beauty Parlor Project, with a donation of €7,712, aimed to train 10 young fisher women in beauty and hairdressing. However, due to high demand, 20 women were identified, with 17 completing the 6-month training. The project has achieved significant success, with 4 participants absorbed into a beauty parlor, 3 starting their own businesses, and 5 absorbed into various beauty shops. The parlor is performing well, generating an average net profit of KES 3,000 per day.

Objectives

  • Provide training in beauty and hairdressing to young fisher women
  • Equip the trainees with the necessary skills to start their own enterprises
  • Establish WA-WA Beauty Parlor
  • Enhance the economic empowerment of the trainees and their families
  • Promote gender equality and women’s economic empowerment in the fishing communities

Methodology

A qualified instructor was recruited to provide theoretical and practical training to the participants. The training covered various aspects of beauty and hairdressing.

Results

  • 17 out of 20 participants completed the training program
  • 4 participants were absorbed into a beauty parlor, earning a living and receiving a 40% commission on their work
  • 3 participants started their own businesses
  • 5 participants were absorbed into various beauty shops
  • The beauty parlor is generating an average net profit of KES 3,000 per day

Impact

  • The project has fostered a more inclusive environment by challenging traditional gender roles and promoting gender equality
  • The initiative has sparked a transformation in hygiene practices among the participants and their peers
  • The project has promoted economic empowerment among the participants and their families

Challenges

  • Extended Training Period: The project faced challenges in completing the training program within the initial timeframe, as some trainees required additional support and guidance to grasp the concepts, resulting in a longer training period.
  • Relocation to Mbita: The shop in Kisumu was forced to relocate to Mbita due to prolonged electricity issues, which disrupted the business operations and affected the trainees’ ability to gain practical experience.
  • Demonstrations and Security Concerns: The shop in Kisumu faced demonstrations that threatened to escalate into looting, creating a challenging environment for the trainees and staff, and requiring additional security measures to ensure the safety of everyone involved.

Recommendations

  1. Enhance Training Support: Provide additional support and resources to trainees who require extra guidance and assistance to ensure a smoother training process. This may include one-on-one coaching, online tutorials, or peer-to-peer learning opportunities.
  2. Business Continuity Planning: Develop a business continuity plan that anticipates potential disruptions and ensures the project can adapt quickly to changing circumstances. This may include having a backup plan for alternative locations, securing temporary spaces, or implementing remote work arrangements.
  3. Community Engagement and Conflict Resolution: Establish relationships with local community leaders and stakeholders to better understand the root causes of demonstrations and conflicts. Develop strategies for conflict resolution, such as dialogue sessions, mediation, and community outreach programs, to mitigate the risk of future disruptions.

By addressing these challenges, the project can improve its resilience, adaptability, and overall effectiveness in empowering young fisher women in Kenya.

Long-term Effects to Measure

  1. Sustained employment rate of direct participants post-training
  2. Career advancement within the beauty industry
  3. Economic independence and stability of direct participants over time
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