The Joyce Banda Foundation International
Our Programs
Our Programs
Market Women Activities in Development (MWAI).
MWAI was developed and designed as a key program for the economic empowerment of women, through capacity and skill-building and strengthening in entrepreneurship and leadership, and the provision of a social support network for women entrepreneurs.
The MWAI Programme has supported women farmers and entrepreneurs build their businesses by facilitating the identification of market opportunities for poor women doing local businesses, and the provision of support through anti poverty grants.
Our Programs
Youth Movement in Development (YOMODE).
YOMODE aims to empower young people to actively participate in developmental activities across the country, through skill building in the construction of shelters for the elderly, carpentry, and participating in community activities Participating youth help out in developmental activities such as building shelters for the elderly and helping out during funerals by providing coffins and any other kind of support that may be required.
The program also aims to empower and support youth interested in Agricultural production, through capacity building and strengthening in agriculture and entrepreneurship, provision of subsidized fertilizer and seeds to assist in their ventures in farming, and poultry farming. The program encourages youth participation in productive recreational activities, specifically sports as a healthy activity that encourages social interaction and exercise.
Our Programs
Orphan Care and Education Programme.
The orphan care and education program are dedicated to ensuring the education and nutrition of over 1,500 children through the establishment of 35 care centers as shelters for the orphans.
The care centers are located across different districts in Malawi and care for orphans between the ages of 3-6 years. The centers also provide nutritious food on a daily basis, education, and education programs.
The education program provides support and free secondary education for orphans in Zomba, as well as providing sponsorship for over 2,500 students in various secondary schools and universities in the country.