
5 Min Inspiration: Cutting child marriage in half
"I can go to the Health Center to ask for services without someone's permission" – Female PROJEUNES Project Participant
Benin ranks 158 out of 189 on the Human Development Index (HDI). CARE Benin/Togo is a joint office that responds to both countries and is headquartered in Cotonou, Benin.
CARE International established its office in Benin today is focused on strengthening maternal, sexual, and reproductive health, food security and nutrition.
Through Village Savings and Loan Associations, CARE International works with families in rural communities to increase their access to savings and affordable loans to improve livelihoods.
CARE International also prioritizes improving the rights of women and girls through increasing access to quality education and working with communities and national organizations to promote behavioral change to combat gender-based violence.
"I can go to the Health Center to ask for services without someone's permission" – Female PROJEUNES Project Participant
We have a solution for that.
“Nous avons une solution pour cela”
The COVID-19 pandemic in West Africa is currently exacerbating socio-economic issues, with women bearing the largest burden of caring for their families while also seeking to lead communities in prevention and adaptation.
In FY2022, CARE worked around the world, contributing to saving lives, defeating poverty, and achieving social justice.