EMPOWERMENT OF PARENTS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES WITH ENTREPRENEUR SKILLS: A CASE OF KATONDO COMMUNITY

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Annie Penda
Juliet Chibwe
Mwila Bowa

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This study will explore the empowerment of parents of children with disabilities in Katondo community through the development of entrepreneurial skills. The research will aim to identify the challenges faced by parents in the community and how entrepreneurial training can help address these challenges. The study is qualitative and will use a case study approach. Data will be collected through the use of interviews schedule, group discussion guide and observations checklist of parents who will participate in the entrepreneurial training program. The entrepreneurial training program will provide a platform for parents to develop new skills and build networks, which will improve their economic status and social standing. The parents will be involved in development and implementation of program as they have valuable insights into the challenges they face and can provide input on how best to address these challenges. Entrepreneurship will be a viable strategy for addressing the challenges faced by families with children with disabilities The study will have a positive impact on parents’ ability to care for their children with disabilities and their overall quality of life. The study will also shed light on the potential economic benefits of empowering parents of children with disabilities. By enabling them to start their businesses, parents will be expected to generate income for their families and contribute to the local economy. This will be a ripple effect on the community, as it will help to reduce poverty and promote economic development. The starting support and resources for parents who will complete entrepreneurial training will be provided by researchers. In conclusion the study will provide insights into the challenges faced by parents in Katondo and emphasize the importance of how the empowerment of entrepreneurial training program will address these challenges by recognizing the potential of parents. The study will further highlight the role of education in empowering parents and providing them with the resources and support needed to start and maintain their businesses, in order to improve their economic and social well-being. The study will provide insights into the challenges faced by parents and the potential impact of empowering them and lay the foundation for future research and action in this area.


 

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Penda, A., Chibwe, J., & Bowa , M. (2023). EMPOWERMENT OF PARENTS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES WITH ENTREPRENEUR SKILLS: A CASE OF KATONDO COMMUNITY. Zambia Association of Public Universities and Colleges (ZAPUC) Conference, 3(1), 152–161. Retrieved from https://ictjournal.icict.org.zm/index.php/zapuc/article/view/165
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