Part 6: Creating Employment Opportunities for Women
As the factories expanded, Lin Yuer realized that she had an opportunity to provide employment to women in the surrounding areas. Many women in rural regions lacked opportunities for steady work, and Lin Yuer wanted to empower them through employment in her growing soap business.
She set up training programs for women, teaching them the skills necessary to make soap. The women learned how to mix ingredients, control the curing process, and package the soap. Lin Yuer was hands-on in training them, ensuring they understood every step of the process.
The women not only gained valuable skills but also earned steady income, which helped improve their standard of living. Lin Yuer was able to create jobs in communities where there were few other employment opportunities. As a result, her workforce expanded rapidly, and the soap production process became more efficient.