29 October 2009
Chemen Lavi Miyò or "Pathway to a Better Life" in Haitian creole - is testing a new approach to helping people living in extreme poverty move to a sustainable way of life.
This intensive programme combines livelihoods and basic support with training and financial management.
After 18 months, participants will be equipped with the skills and a business plan to move themselves out of poverty.
Case managers "accompany" the women in the early stages of their journey out of extreme poverty at a time of great change in their lives.
DFID has provided £1.5 million to Fonkoze to assist members re-capitalise their businesses post 2008 hurricane season.
Watch a video highlighting Fonkoze's micro-credit and poverty work among the most vulnerable women in Haiti.
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