In 2011, the Services of Women Relieve Center – Afghanistan (SWRCA), in partnership with ASGP, implemented a Carpet Weaving Project in Farah Center. The project aimed to empower women-headed households by providing vocational skills, promoting income generation, and fostering socio-economic reintegration.

Objectives

• To provide women-headed households with skills in carpet weaving, quality control, and hygiene practices.

• To enhance household income through the production and sale of high-quality carpets.

• To empower women socio-economically and promote their active participation in community life.

Activities

• Skills Training: Trained 100 female-headed households in carpet weaving techniques, including design, quality assessment, and hygiene standards.

• Production Support: Provided guidance and resources for beneficiaries to produce marketable carpets.

• Community Engagement: Encouraged women to actively participate in local economic activities and community initiatives.

Achievements

• 100 women-headed households gained professional carpet weaving skills.

• Increased household income through carpet production and sales.

• Improved quality of carpets produced and adoption of hygiene practices in production.

• Strengthened women’s socio-economic integration and participation in community life.

Impact

The project significantly enhanced women’s economic empowerment, household income, and social inclusion. By equipping women with marketable skills and supporting their engagement in community and economic activities, SWRCA contributed to sustainable livelihoods and long-term socio-economic reintegration in Farah Center.