Breaking barriers: women redefining what is possible in Niger 

Initial vocational education and training, Labour market insertion
07.07.2026
In Niger, Mariam and Aïcha are breaking barriers and redefining what is possible for women. Mariam has built a career in a technical profession traditionally dominated by men, while Aïcha uses film to challenge stereotypes and inspire social change. Through resilience, determination and a passion for their work, they demonstrate that talent and ambition know no gender. And that women can thrive in any field they choose. 
2023 - 2027
Niger
Initial vocational education and training, Labour market insertion
GWANI
In Niger, where over 70% of the population is under the age of 30 and youth unemployment remains a critical challenge, the GWANI project stands as a strategic and forward-looking response. Rooted in the country’s socio-economic realities, GWANI aims to transform vocational training into a powerful lever for inclusion and resilience. By connecting training programmes to the real needs of the local labour market and actively involving both public and private actors, the project empowers young Nigerien women and men, to build sustainable livelihoods and contribute to national development.