A family who got a cow

In Pakistan, a number of people who had been forced to evacuate have started slowly coming back home.

With the help of JEN’s supporters and the Japanese government JEN is working on a livelihood improvement program, targeting the repatriated inhabitants of FATA (Federally Administrated Tribal Area) Khyber Agency.

This program focuses on breeding livestock.

More details are available.

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Today, we will show you the case of Mrs. Itebara, (50 years old). She has difficulty walking, three years ago she lost her husband during the army’s operation to mop-up terrorists.

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She has five daughters and two sons. Her husband had several wives and Mrs. Itebara lives with the second one.
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Mrs. Itebara and her family used to live only on her husband’s daily wages. Her sons are still students and are not able to earn an income. Two of her daughters are married, and the other three help her with the housework.
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The second wife works for the neighbors in exchange for wheat flour, sugar and vegetables in order to maintain the family’s minimum standard of living.
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Mrs. Itebara used to have three livestock, but had to sell one of them because she needed the money. Because of her situation Mrs. Itebara qualified to receive support from JEN. JEN provided a cow, feed and insecticides.
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Mrs. Itebara was very pleased to get a cow, she never thought she would have one. The family hopes that this support will improve their standard of living.
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[The cow has brought to Mrs. Itebara and the family members a lot of opportunities]
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The second wife took part in livestock management training organized by JEN. She learned the importance of stalls, watering and timely vaccinations.
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Mrs.Itebara hopes to earn a higher income so improving her family’s standard of living thanks to JEN’s support.
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