OUR GOALS AND PROJECT AREAS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
In many economically underdeveloped countries, countless girls and women remain illiterate or have had only limited access to education. Barriers such as a lack of schools, financial constraints, and cultural priorities that favor boys’ education often prevent them from learning. As a result, half the population is excluded from contributing fully to the economic and social development of their communities.
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Through our work, we strive to change this reality. We create opportunities for girls and women to improve their literacy and prepare for meaningful employment. By supporting their basic needs—such as tuition, uniforms, healthcare, and food—we make it possible for girls to stay in school, complete higher education, and avoid being seen as a financial burden on their families or forced into early marriage.
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In Assam, we run literacy programs, combined with Signature campaigns, that reach hundreds of women who never had the chance to attend school. At the same time, we recognise the importance of preparing girls for the future. By introducing them to information technology, robotics, coding, and STEM subjects, we encourage them to pursue advanced studies and careers in these fields. Vocational training is a key part of our work. We promote skills development in areas such as tailoring, beauty therapy, and hairdressing, helping girls and women with limited education to secure employment or even start their own businesses.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND EMPLOYMENT
Women’s entrepreneurship in developing economies is a powerful driver of economic growth and social progress. Despite facing challenges such as limited access to finance and education, women-led businesses generate employment, support communities, and foster innovation. Empowering women entrepreneurs not only strengthens households but also advances gender equality and sustainable development.
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FrauenPower e.V. supports women in becoming self-employed and starting small businesses, either individually or collectively. We assist women throughout the business lifecycle, ensuring their ventures are both successful and sustainable. Our support includes business training and access to microcredit, with interest rates determined by women themselves in self-help groups. We also implement the Social Capital Credit (SoCCs, concept developed by Social Capital Initiative, NY) concept, where credits are earned by performing socially beneficial activities, and provide funding to establish cooperative banks operated by the women. Additionally, young women who complete higher education receive guidance and support in finding employment, helping them to achieve financial independence and contribute to their communities.
COMMUNITY BUILDING
Communities play a vital role in the development of countries, especially in resource-limited contexts. They provide social support and resilience, enabling members to navigate challenges such as poverty, health crises, and natural disasters. Through collective initiatives, knowledge sharing, and local economic cooperation, communities empower individuals, create income opportunities, and build skills. They also foster civic engagement, cultural preservation, and social cohesion, giving residents a voice in decision-making and maintaining shared values. In developing economies, strong communities are essential for sustainable development, helping societies overcome systemic challenges and thrive together.
FrauenPower e.V. strengthens community bonds by supporting women’s self-help groups and encouraging collaborative entrepreneurship. By pooling their limited resources and skills, women can achieve far more together than individually. We help establish cooperative banks that provide funding to women who would otherwise struggle to secure loans from traditional banks. These banks are managed by women’s self-help groups themselves, who also set their own interest rates. Additionally, we deliver essential healthcare services to hundreds of women and children in remote regions of Nepal, ensuring that communities remain healthy and thriving.