About Us
Problem
In Uganda, about 8 million women in the categories of single mothers, widows, teenage mothers and HIV positive women struggle to survive due to unemployment. They carry many responsibilities while dealing with financial difficulties. They often end up doing odd jobs like selling bananas, digging in fields, or doing laundry in peoples homes. But most times earn little that cannot sustain their families.
Our Approach
Our approach is to empower marginalised women through Urban farming Techniques like vertical farming and raised beds where women learn to grow crops organically, Financial Literacy Skills ,Cooperatives Formation, Kids Garden Project, Start up kits and the community Farmers Fair.
Our Beneficiaries
Our beneficiaries include: Single mothers, widows, teenage mothers and HIV positive women in Mukono District who are struggling to provide basic needs to their families.
Values
At KilimoFem, we believe that empowering marginalized women is not just an act of justice, it is a vital pathway for community growth.
Equality
Every woman has a right to thrive regardless of their circumstances
Critical thinking
Women should have a critical mindset to be able to come out of the situation and influence change.
Solidarity
Women working together as a team fosters collective growth.
Resilience
Being able to endure and also effectively try new things to thrive
Our Goals
We focus on hands-on learning and ongoing support to transform lives and challenge the traditional norms that hold these women back
Equipping marginalized women in Mukono District with financial literacy skills to enable them manage their business, learn to save, make a budget and invest in their businesses.