Economic independence is one of the most important ways Hagar builds resilience. We know that poverty and lack of education can increase women and children's vulnerability to exploitation and trafficking.

Our businesses are one way we work towards breaking that cycle.

Hagar's social business, Hagar Catering, provides jobs for many women from Hagar's programs. Each business has a safe working environment, pays living wages, and gives its employees the chance to develop new skills, make friends, and provide for themselves with dignity.  

As women and young people become independent, as they build life long friendships, and support themselves financially, they can reintegrate into their communities and experience life in all its fullness.