The Moyo Model of Poverty Reduction
Moyo International is dedicated to the mission of effective poverty reduction. Moyo raises and distributes funds, creates and evaluates programs, and maintains a cooperative international network.
The Moyo Model of poverty reduction, created and researched by Dr. Joanna Leigh, addresses the root causes of poverty and finds solutions in a culturally grounded approach. Working with our partners, Moyo provides:
The Moyo Model of poverty reduction, created and researched by Dr. Joanna Leigh, addresses the root causes of poverty and finds solutions in a culturally grounded approach. Working with our partners, Moyo provides:
Microfinance
+ Microloans
+ Bank Seeding + Business Training + Leadership workshops + Networking support |
Education
+ Formal education
+ Computer and language training + Trade skills + Job placement + Business workshops |
Healthcare
+ Clinic building / servicing
+ Midwife training + Mosquito net distribution +HIV/AIDS programming +Food security / nutrition programs +Safe cooking & proper sanitation practices |
Social Equality
workshops and village meetings addressing:
sexual and physical violence, discrimination, HIV/AIDS, and basic rights pertaining to children and women. Literature, posters, plays, and tv/radio spots in swahili addressing the rights of children and women Programming dedicated to the education and support of the legal rights of children and women Programming dedicated to the empowerment of children and women, offering opportunities to be educated, self-sufficient members of their community. |
Legal Advocacy
+Dedicated counseling for families and victims of violence (abused children, women)
+Widespread paralegal support in over 100 locations +Direct connections with police, village leaders, and high court +Legal assistance in bringing cases of sexual or physical abuse to court +Direct legal engagement with the high court on victims' behalf. |