She officially owns her farmland!

In rural Zambia, many women work on farms, but are not allowed to own the land. This is due to long-standing social and cultural norms.
This lack of ownership limits women’s ability to make decisions that can increase productivity and income, and make their farms more resilient to climate challenges. It also puts them at risk of losing the land if the landowner (often their husband) passes away.
However, with your support, the Her Time to Grow project is working to change that.
In August 2024, 19 women received official land ownership certificates! These certificates list ownership as well as who can benefit from the land (including children). It also includes details of the plot of land, including the exact size and measurements. This helps prevent and protect women from potential land disputes.
Having official ownership of their farmland gives women the autonomy to decide what and when to plant, and how to use the harvest and proceeds. This helps them earn more money. Women owning land also increases productivity, changes gender and social norms for the better, and increases a farm’s climate resilience.