
The study sought to investigate the challenges faced by the community in accessing funds under SCT and GEWEL, track the impact and accessibility of the funds from the SCT andGEWEL program, find out how much money has been disbursed for the SCT and the GEWEL from 2017 to 2019, Understand how funds are allocated under the GEWEL and the SCT programs i.e. administration versus project interventions, and finally, Identify local level lessons and best practices for strengthening and scaling up nationwide.
The event was graced by the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services Permanent Secretary Mrs. Pamela Kabamba.
Other distinguished guests in attendance included World Bank representative Mr. Vandras Luywa, Save the Children Country Director for Zambia Mrs. Jo Musonda, Centre for Trade Policy and Development Executive Director Mr. Isaac Mwaipopo and Social Development Advisor- DFID Ms. Leah Gaffney.