In Tanzania, nearly 45% of people live under the poverty line. The majority depend on farming for food and income, which makes agricultural growth key to poverty reduction. But the effects of climate change are restricting growth in this sector. For example, fishing in Lake Victoria is a primary source of income for many families. However, recent studies reveal that over three-quarters of the lake’s native freshwater species are at risk of extinction as of climate change, overfishing, and unrestricted development. Food sources and livelihoods are threatened when the community cannot depend on a consistent supply of fish.

One Day’s Wages is partnering with Sustainable Investments and Development Initiatives (SIDI) to increase food security and income by supporting fisherwomen to operate six sustainable fish farms. SIDI will select women based on their economic situation and level of interest, with priority given to women who were widowed due to AIDS. SIDI will train the women to manage fish ponds, harvest the fish, and sell them at local markets. They will also train them on issues of women’s rights, social equity, and climate justice. Additionally, SIDI will support the women to establish community-managed fruit tree nurseries as an additional source of food and income.