Understanding the strong connection between poverty, limited access to healthcare, and poor cancer outcomes, SALCASUN integrates economic empowerment into its holistic support programs for cancer survivors and vulnerable women. Many women affected by cancer face financial hardship during and after treatment — losing jobs, depleting savings, and struggling to provide for their families. Our empowerment initiatives are designed to restore dignity, confidence, and financial stability while helping women rebuild their lives with purpose.

Through structured vocational and skills training programs, participants learn practical income-generating skills such as craft production, tailoring, small-scale entrepreneurship, food processing, digital literacy, and financial management. These trainings are culturally relevant and accessible, especially for women in rural and underserved communities across Northern Nigeria. Beyond technical skills, SALCASUN also provides mentorship, business coaching, and financial literacy sessions that equip women to manage small businesses, save responsibly, and plan for sustainable livelihoods.

We collaborate with local trainers, women’s groups, cooperatives, and private sector partners to create pathways for employment and market access. Survivors are encouraged to become peer mentors and community advocates, transforming their personal journeys into sources of inspiration and leadership. By empowering women economically, SALCASUN not only improves household resilience but also strengthens community health outcomes — enabling women to afford routine screenings, access medical care, and support other women in their communities.

Ultimately, our Women’s Economic Empowerment and Livelihood Support program ensures that surviving cancer is not just about living — it is about thriving with independence, renewed confidence, and hope for a healthier future.