Empowering Communities Through Livestock
The Livestock Program by Sojhla Foundation is designed to empower marginalized families by providing sustainable livelihood opportunities through the distribution of goats and hens. This initiative aims to improve household income, enhance nutrition, and develop skills in animal husbandry. By giving families access to livestock, the program ensures long-term economic stability and promotes self-reliance in rural communities.
Objectives
Provide goats and hens to underprivileged families.
Improve household income and food security.
Promote skills in livestock care and animal husbandry.
Enable families to generate sustainable income through livestock products (milk, eggs, meat).
Target Beneficiaries
Low-income and marginalized families.
Families seeking additional sources of income.
Communities interested in livestock-based livelihood opportunities.
Livestock Distributed
Goats
Distributed for milk, meat, and breeding purposes.
Families trained on feeding, health care, and breeding management.
Hens
Provided for egg production and small-scale poultry farming.
Training on feeding, disease prevention, and egg collection provided.
Activities
Identification and selection of beneficiary families based on need.
Distribution of goats and hens along with starter feed.
Training sessions on livestock care, feeding, and disease prevention.
Regular monitoring and follow-up support to ensure sustainability.
Expected Outcomesere
Increased household income through milk, eggs, and meat sales.
Improved family nutrition and food security.
Enhanced skills in animal husbandry and small-scale farming.
Long-term economic empowerment of marginalized families.
