Peru
Economic empowerment of women with newly acquired property rights
The Government of Peru implemented an Urban Property Rights Project (UPRP) which enabled low-income families to obtain formal titles for their properties. More than 50% of the total beneficiaries of the programme were women and they can use their newly acquired property rights to access formal credit and build small businesses.
The UN Women project is based in the metropolitan area of Lima and involves 660 women with small businesses. Microenterprise is one of the most important economic activities available to poor urban women living in this area. The project aims to develop their business skills, improving profits and sustainability. All participants receive general training in business and financial management, while half also receive integrated, individually tailored technical assistance. The project will also address the social and family issues that often constrain women’s development through a module on life skills and empowerment.
Success will be measured by increased sales, improved access to credit and business innovations.
