BANANA FIBER TRAINING

Under the guidance of trainer Anu Manadhar, 10 enthusiastic participants participated in a three-month banana fiber training program that started on January 4th, 2024, and ended on April 1st, 2024. With a focus on the craft of creating crochet products out of banana fiber, the program gave participants a comprehensive understanding of the tools and methods needed. Participants learned how to use banana fiber in a variety of ways and developed complex crocheting skills to create a wide range of bag. Along with fostering their creativity, the program gave students useful skills for long-term employment. After the course, participants were skilled craftspeople, ready to apply their newly acquired knowledge in crochet to enhance their socio-economic well being and contribute to environmental sustainability. This initiative contributes to several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 5 (Gender Equality) by empowering women, SDG 8 (Decent Work
and Economic Growth) by promoting skill development, SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) through the use of natural fibers, and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by encouraging environmentally sustainable practices. This project was funded by TEWA.