Thriving in agribusiness: Redefining possibilities for youth with disabilities in Kenya
Channel: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Date: 2024-03-08

Sarah lost her hearing when she was only two years old. She never experienced life without disability, despite that, her determination allowed her to access the labour market. But that was not enough. Although she was employed in hospitality, her earnings were so low she couldn’t make ends meet.  Thanks to the training received by the FAO’s Integrated Country Approach (ICA) project her life changed for the better.

Sarah is one of the many talented young people with disabilities that face challenges in accessing decent job opportunities with reasonable wages. Since 2011, the FAO Integrated Country Approach (ICA) project has boosted decent jobs for youth in the agrifood system. In Kenya, the project is working closely with the Siaya Disabled People Organization (SIDIPO) to engage youth with disabilities. Through training and in-kind contributions, ICA has helped the younger members of SIDIPO set up and develop their own agribusinesses along different value chains.

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