UNW CIv will focus on building the AGRIFED prgoramme and in particular launch the BuyfromWomen platform, in order to to enhance information sharing , knowledge dissemination and access to financing, contractual relations between various actors, to increase the added value and visibility of selected value-chain, mainly in the agriculture sector, where women’s are highly deployed. UNW CIV will have a multiplier effect by working with the women in the shea butter value chain but will consolidate the economic model to be replicated to other value chains. Practical training will be organized to strengthen women’s entrepreneur ability, especially in business management and the use of ITCs, and to optimize management of natural resources such as land and water. Awareness-raising activities and technical support will be provided to encourage women to organize themselves in groups and cooperatives as well as to facilitate their access to finance.