Description
Building on the achievements realised in phase I, the project aims at alleviating poverty among 39 weaver communities and at enhancing the competitiveness of the Cambodian silk sector by: 1) Upgrading the weaver's technical skills in weaving, order handling and management; 2) Improving market access and enabling weavers to meet national and international silk demand market requirements in terms of quality and quantity; 3) Strengthening weaver communities through increased networking and cooperation; 4) Improving design and product development capacities of producers and intermediaries such as weaving associations and exporting businesses; 5) Ensuring reliable supply of raw materials, tools and equipment through the creation of village-based purchasing units.