ISD works closely with community women to strengthen their livelihood base and enhance food security. Our initiatives focus on empowering women to generate their own income, achieve economic independence, and actively participate in decision-making processes that affect their well-being.

As part of our long-term rehabilitation strategy for survivors of violence, ISD has supported several women with seed money to initiate small income-generating activities based on their individual skills and interests—such as running vegetable shops, grocery outlets, tea stalls, or snack corners.

These livelihood opportunities not only provide survivors with financial stability but also contribute to their family income, thereby improving their acceptance and status within the household. Given that most survivors come from economically marginalized families, the additional income helps reduce financial vulnerability and enables women to gain recognition as decision-makers in their families and communities.