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Inclusive Village Savings and Loans Associations (VSLAs) in cocoa farming communities of Ghana

An initiative funded by the ECOM Foundation through BasicNeeds USA Inc. to establish inclusive VSLAs in cocoa farming communities.
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Community members meeting outdoors

Duration

April 2024 – March 2025 (12 months, renewable)

Funded by

ECOM Foundation, through BasicNeeds USA Inc.

Beneficiaries

182 members (134 female) in seven VSLAs

About the Project

What we did

  • Mobilisation and sensitisation on mental health and VSLAs
  • Training on VSLA prerequisites, group formation and operations
  • Support with VSLA savings boxes and locks, including stationery (record books and booklets)
  • Linkage to MMDAs and other CBOs/NGOs
  • Regular monitoring and support

Results

  • Seven VSLAs formed
  • 182 members (134 female)
  • Over GH¢300,000 realised

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