Food Security | Helvetas

Women’s Stories of Change from Bangladesh

The position of Bangladeshi women and men has improved hugely since independence from Pakistan in 1971. Read about women whose example inspires others.

Written by Jane Carter - 21. August 2015

Gaining Courage, Speaking Out: Women’s Leadership Training in Guatemala

Helvetas' training covers aspects such as self-esteem, gender-based violence, the relevant laws and how to conduct community facilitation.

Written by Jane Carter - 16. July 2015

Supporting Resilience at Individual and Community Level

Helvetas is collaborating with Caritas in the construction of Temporary Learning Centres, working with local community members.

Written by Jane Carter - 22. June 2015

Bringing Some “Normality” to Disrupted Lives

It is important for children to return to schooling as soon as possible – not only for the learning, but also on psychological grounds.

Written by Jane Carter - 15. June 2015

Are Women-Headed Households Disadvantaged?

In many cultural contexts, a woman who has lost her husband or never married is looked upon with scorn, a source of bad luck, or worse.

Written by Jane Carter - 28. May 2015

Translating Gender Equality in Rural Ethiopia

After attending trainings, couples start to share household chores, their mutual understanding increases, and their participation in WASH activities increases.

Written by Jane Carter - 15. May 2015