Maximizing gender benefits. The gender training subcomponent, which benefited from the synergy with RETA (regional technical assistance) 7563 grant, showed overwhelmingly successful results achieving extensive gender benefits. This included improved community knowledge of basic health, sanitation, and reproductive health by providing facilities and improving mobility; and group formation and development of livelihood skills for local women through training a selected group of Sarimoy women in business skills development. These trainings improved their knowledge of taxation and business planning, which increased their self-confidence and capability in both their public and private lives. Considering the enormous benefits, future projects should include gender training components and small entrepreneur or business loan and mentorship programs, through which microloans and financial and business management training could be provided to local communities.
CAREC Corridor 2 Road Investment Program - Tranche 1