Empowering Fulbe Communities for Sustainable Development

Suudu Baaba Foundation’s Empowering Fulbe Communities for Sustainable Development project, supported by STAR-Ghana Foundation, addresses four interconnected challenges: low enrolment of Fulbe girls in school, limited economic opportunities for women, recurring farmer-herder conflicts, and lack of designated grazing lands.

Over 18 months, the project will operate in Ashanti, Northern, and Bono East Regions, targeting Fulbe girls (6–18 years), women (20–40 years), herdsmen, youth, persons with disabilities, and community leaders. Initiatives include scholarships, mentorship programs, and community sensitization to boost girls’ education; vocational training in cheesemaking, shea butter production, and hairdressing to foster women’s economic independence; and the creation of district-level conflict resolution committees to promote peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders.

The project also prioritizes formal grazing land demarcation and sustainable livestock management to reduce disputes and improve productivity. Through inclusive, culturally sensitive engagement, policy advocacy, and capacity building, this initiative aims to create lasting social, economic, and environmental impact across Fulbe communities.