Dear WIN Community,As we reflect on 2024, we take pride in the progress achieved together. Through collaboration, resilience, and innovation, the Women Income Network (WIN) continues to empower women, enhance food security, and lead in climate action. This annual newsletter highlights our milestones and celebrates the unwavering commitment of our community. Let us persist in our journey toward sustainable development and empowerment.
MILESTONES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
- Organic Fertilizer Production
- WIN produced over 25 tonnes of organic fertilizer from maggot frass in 2024, significantly boosting soil health and crop productivity.
- January: Processed 0.65 tonnes at our farm and 1.95 tonnes from beneficiary farms.
- June: Achieved a record monthly production of 5.2 tonnes.
- Waste Management and Recycling
- Over 60 tonnes of organic waste from Kalerewe Market and local farms were processed into nutrient-rich maggot feed.
- February: Processed 10.5 tonnes of organic waste.
- June: Introduced advanced shredding technology to enhance processing efficiency.
- Black Soldier Fly (BSF) Larvae Production
- The BSF program produced over 8 tonnes of larvae for sustainable animal feed.
- February: Harvested 1,750 grams of BSF eggs.
- June: Processed 700 kilograms of larvae from WIN farms and outgrowers.
- Community Engagement and Training Programs
- WIN hosted various training sessions to share knowledge and build capacity:
- February: Hands-on training for Bugema University students on organic fertilizer production.
- May: Partnered with five outgrowers to co-design maggot farming contract models.
- June: Initiated a partnership with the Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) to scale maggot farming.
- WIN hosted various training sessions to share knowledge and build capacity:
- Women’s Day Celebration 2024
- Celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8th with the theme “Inspire Inclusion,” highlighting women’s achievements in agriculture.
- Featured keynote speeches emphasizing women’s roles in sustainable development and practical demonstrations on maggot farming.
- Collaborative Research with Ndejje University
- Conducted a bio-techno-economic evaluation of a maggot-facilitated waste management system, promoting sustainable practices.
Conclusion
As we conclude this transformative year, the Women Income Network (WIN) extends heartfelt gratitude to all who contributed to our journey. Your unwavering support has been instrumental in driving sustainable change. Special thanks to our partners, including the Schooner Foundation and Livelihood Impact Fund, as well as collaborating universities like Ndejje University and Bugema University.To the incredible women, farmers, and youth who form the backbone of WIN—your resilience continues to inspire us. As we look toward 2025, we remain committed to empowering women, promoting sustainable practices, and enhancing food security. Together, let us continue to innovate, inspire, and transform communities for a brighter future.
Together, we are WINning!
Women Income Network (WIN)
10km Gayaza – Busiika Road
Kiziri Stage – Luweero
Lugolole A, Baitambogwe Sub-County – Mayuge District
info@womenincomenetwork.org
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