Before the war in a mixed neighborhood women have assisted the most vulnerable in the community by distributing clothing and small food items. This was done on a voluntary basis. With the help of KWI funding and Oxfam now have a Center and expanded activities. Many of the women, who come to the Center, are displaced women. English and literacy classes are very popular.
Every student receives a certificate after completing a course in language and math.
The students, many of them are young women with children, said they were delighted with the classes as they can now read the newspaper, stay informed about current events and help their children with their homework. Because of these classes the women were able to register and vote. Health education is another class that is well attended. 463 women have taken the classes. A doctor visits one time per month.