Development work in Tanzania

In Tanzania, Fida promotes the rights to education and a safer environment for children and young people. This work is accomplished in collaboration with the Free Pentecostal Church of Tanzania (FPCT).

Tanzania’s economy has grown steadily in recent years, however, over a quarter of the population remains in poverty. The nation’s rapid population growth further complicates the issue. Education and human rights are pressing issues within Tanzanian society. Specifically, the rights of children, young people, and people with disabilities often remain unmet. Unemployment, food insecurity, gender inequality, child marriage, and domestic violence are also evident challenges within the society.

Improved Education for Children and Young People

Initiatives, such as training teachers in child-centred and participatory teaching methods and implementing clubs in schools aim to support children’s learning. Children with disabilities are supported by ensuring accessibility within school facilities. Further, young people are offered vocational training and support in job seeking.

Individuals’ livelihood opportunities are increased by offering entrepreneurship training, literacy programs, as well as micro-loans and savings groups. The implementation of training, and various campaigns aims to increase awareness of menstrual and sexual health within communities.

Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training to Improve Livelihoods

Individuals’ livelihood opportunities are increased by offering entrepreneurship training, literacy programs, as well as micro-loans and savings groups. The implementation of training, and various campaigns aims to increase awareness of menstrual and sexual health within communities.

Farmers receive training in agribusiness and regenerative agriculture. This ensures farmers are able to produce enough food for their families and for sale, while also maintaining the land’s natural productivity and accounting for environmental sustainability.