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Jacob’s Well is a micro-credit initiative powered by social trust and specifically designed to support women. Introduced as a complementary service to the Sister Guardian Initiative (SGI), the scheme recognizes that economic vulnerability is a major driver of women’s marginalization and exposure to violence.
Targeted at victims of Violence Against Women (VAW) and women at risk, Jacob’s Well operates within communities that have active SGI chapters. The initiative provides access to micro-credit facilities and financial literacy training, enabling women to build sustainable livelihoods, achieve financial independence, and reduce poverty.
Loans are distributed through Women Economic Collectives (WECs)—community-based groups that promote collective responsibility, support peer monitoring, and enhance financial inclusion.
Improve the quality of life for women in rural communities across Enugu and Anambra States.
Provide access to soft loans as a means of economic empowerment.
Promote financial independence among women to reduce economic dependency.
Alleviate poverty and reduce the suffering experienced by women in these communities.
Support the development of sustainable livelihoods for long-term well-being.
Focus on communities such as Amakwu Affa, Ogor Affa, Ikono Affa, Nsukka, Eke, Isiuzo, Adani, Umode, Onuogba, Ezeagu, Enugu East, Enugu North, Omor, and Igbakwu.
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