Who are CUFA?
CUFA is an international development agency dedicated to combating poverty across the Asia-Pacific region. CUFA’s core programs focus on economic, education, enterprise and employment activities, all of which enable people to lift themselves out of poverty and strengthen their communities. Instead of giving hand-outs, CUFA works to provide the skills, knowledge and resources required for people to break out of poverty while offering ongoing support.
CUFA facilitates the creation of community banks, new micro-enterprises, employment placement programs and financial literacy education. Its work helps individuals, families and communities create sustainable livelihoods and participate in their local economies, and it empowers people to imagine brighter futures for themselves.
At Summerland, we see the building and strengthening of communities as an integral part of our business practice and a direct reflection of our core values of sustainability, community, ownership, respect and ethics. CUFA's Village Entrepreneur program is a true representation of these values in action and I am proud to be part of such a worthwhile initiative. Please join me in supporting them.
