World Project
GFS Baking Project for Disadvantaged Young Women in Democratic Republic of Congo 2023 - 2026
Where is the Democratic Republic of Congo?
An African country in the centre of the continent. The DRC is a country rich in diversity, with over 95 million inhabitants across its expansive territory. Despite its potential, many communities, especially young girls, struggle with numerous challenges. Like many African countries going through an economic crisis, leading to poverty and misery with the most vulnerable groups, girls and children.
HIV/AIDS together with other sexually transmitted diseases and spreading and killing the younger generation, especially girls.
GFS in the Democratic Republic of Congo joined the World Council in 2021.
INUWA MSICHANA PROJECT 2023-2026:
The INUWA MSICHANA PROJECT, running from 2023 to 2026, is a transformative initiative focused on empowering young girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) through education and vocational training in pastry making and business skills. This project, launched at the 2023 World Council in South Africa, addresses critical issues faced by girls in the DRC, including poverty, lack of education, and the ongoing effects of conflict.
The primary aim of the INUWA MSICHANA PROJECT is to:
- Expand GFS membership and bring more girls to Christ.
- Provide vocational training in pastry making and essential business skills.
- Establish a sustainable GFS Bakery in Lubumbashi, which will serve as a training hub and revenue-generating entity to support ongoing initiatives.
Key Activities
- Training Sessions: Implementing workshops focused on pastry making and business skills to equip girls with the knowledge and tools to become self-sufficient.
- Community Engagement: Forming groups of young girls who will support each other and share experiences, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
- Sustainability: Utilizing profits from the GFS Bakery to fund further training and outreach activities, thereby ensuring the long-term viability of the project.
Expected Outcomes
By the end of the three-year period, they aim to:
- Train a significant number of young girls, enabling them to secure employment or start their own businesses.
- Expand GFS’s reach to five additional dioceses in the DRC.
- Foster a supportive network for young girls that encourages personal development and spiritual growth.
World Project Information Sheet 2024
World Project update March 2024
