Bibi - Ehsaas Interest Free Loans Program

Oct 12

(Skardu)

When her husband passed away, Bibi had to fend for her orphaned children. She is in her late 60’s and for the first time in her life had to consider a way to earn money. She was provided an interest free loan from Ehsaas IFL Program and set up a sewing business. She works out of a women’s market in Skardu and with tears in her eyes, sends a strong message to all widows and women in Pakistan to be independent and earn their own sustenance. Earlier it was unheard of widows coming out to earn a living in their old age, but with this supported environment and the assets provided to her to set up her shop, she has been able to support her children and ensure they have good nutrition and a continued education.

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