Food Security, Livelihood & Income Generation

The Food Security and Livelihood through Income Generation lies at the center of SCF's poverty reduction strategy.

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The Food Security and Livelihood through Income Generation lies at the center of SCF's poverty reduction strategy. The organization firmly believes that sustainable livelihoods are the key to breaking the cycle of poverty. To this end, SCF empowers individuals and communities by offering a range of opportunities for income generation. Initiatives include providing goats for breeding, sewing machines to foster skill development, grants to kick start small businesses, and toolkits for aspiring entrepreneurs. Additionally, SCF conducts vocational and technical training programs, equipping individuals with the skills they need to secure a better future for themselves and their families.

Women and girls are considered marginalized groups in Pakistani society. SCF has addressed women development issues by providing space for income opportunities, leadership skills, and various training on skill development. SCF has provided income generation training for 1,050 women for economic resilience in the changing climate and its impacts on livelihoods.

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Support Small Business Start-ups – Offseason Poverty Reduction

SCF has supported more than 300 rural women to initiate small, household-level income-generation activities, enabling them to earn sustainable livelihoods within their communities. These initiatives have included embroidery, ralli patchwork making, food preparation and presentation, stitching, and other micro-enterprise activities. On average, participating women experienced a 30% increase in household income.

Following a detailed vulnerability and needs assessment, SCF selected beneficiaries for small enterprise support. Each selected beneficiary received an initial kick-start seed grant ranging from PKR 60,000 to PKR 100,000, tailored to the type of enterprise and local market requirements. This intervention was implemented with support from Muslim Charity UK, Solidar Suisse, and AVPN.

Skill Development Programs

Under the Skill Development Program of the Sindh Education Foundation, SCF implemented a vocational training initiative. A total of 60 young men and women from Bulri Shah Kareem in District Tando Muhammad Khan received hands-on training in Advanced Tailoring, Beautician, Electrician, and Driving Skills. Trainees can earn between PKR 10,000 to 15,000 per month upon completion.

SCF has delivered comprehensive training in embroidery and stitching to 367 beneficiaries; livestock management to 121 women; poultry rearing to 101 beneficiaries; food preservation to 129 beneficiaries; basketry and decorative items to 107 women; and green housing & smokeless stove installation to 50 women. These skills have opened income-generating opportunities and strengthened household food security.

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