Women in Tunisia, as in many parts of the developing world, are slowly gaining power through development projects. A first, crucial step is their participation in community organizations and groups. When IFAD launched the Zaghouan Integrated Agricultural Development Project in 1998, group formation was a prerequisite for project activities. Special efforts were made to bring as many women as possible into these groups, where members decide which activities best meet their needs. Helping women acquire more confidence and authority, as well as training in new skills, means they are able to earn more and to transform their lives.
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