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Thankfully, things have changed for Shabana. Today, her small home-based business is flourishing, and she is earning more profit. It was not like this a year ago. Shabana Sarfraz, a differently-abled woman living in Rahim Yar Khan with 5 children and a husband, who works as a welder in an ice factory. Her husband earns a very little amount.
As part of Tearfund’s efforts to revive the affected businesses, Shabana received a cash grant to upscale her business under the Covid-19 response project, implemented by Tearfund’s partner REEDS based in Rahim Yar Khan. She used financial support for adding new items in her shop, catering to more customers.
“I lost hope during the lockdown in 2020 as there was no source of income. My family had no means of surviving as my husband’s factory was also closed. I became so pessimistic during that time. I am happy to see the change in my circumstances. I have started to overcome poverty gradually and hope to do best for my children’’
–Shabana
Shabana was imprisoned by her negative mindset and was incredibly stressed for months. The small contribution not only helped Shabana with financial gains but also gave her peace of mind.
