Project background
The project was identified through PRA, focus group discussions and staff feedback. These methods were used according to location and previous Women’s Development Centre experience in the area. For example a complete PRA alone was conducted in Pupuressa but in Ulapane focus groups and staff feedback were the primary sources of information.
The research identified the following needs:
- lack of primary healthcare and nutrition
- alcoholism, financial mismanagement, poverty and poor nutrition
- weak family structure
- child workers
- lack of self confidence
- poor educational facilities
- behavioural problems of some students
- school environment that is not child friendly
- poor family environment and social background
- transport difficulties
- disciplinary problems
- parental negligence and the negative attitudes of teachers