At Hope of Family, the spirit of cooperation and collaboration among our beneficiaries has reached new heights. Last week, our long-term beneficiaries took a proactive step to empower our newly recruited beneficiaries by sharing invaluable knowledge and hands-on skills in constructing kitchen gardens. The gathering took place at the home of one of our beneficiaries, where experienced group members demonstrated the process, step by step, for building a kitchen garden from the ground up.

This initiative is a testament to the success of our one-year comprehensive training program, which equips beneficiaries with practical skills for utilizing limited land at home to cultivate a balanced diet. One key component of this program is the construction of kitchen gardens, ensuring families have ready access to vegetables—an essential part of a nutritious diet. Beneficiaries are encouraged to take community assignments seriously by sharing their newfound knowledge with others, further spreading sustainable practices throughout the region.

During this event, our Livelihood Program Manager, Mr. Fabrice Gatama, emphasized the critical importance of kitchen gardens in improving household food security. He also highlighted the culture of collaboration among beneficiaries as a core value of our organization, crucial for creating lasting impact.To date, we are proud to report the establishment of 320 modern kitchen gardens within our operational areas in Shyogwe Sector, where our research has shown that 49.8% of children under five are affected by malnutrition. These gardens are a vital tool in combating malnutrition and advancing food security for the entire community. We commend our beneficiaries for their dedication and commitment to building a healthier future for all.