Strive Points

How contribution becomes shared access.

Mutual Aid, Not Free Services

Kush operates on mutual aid.

Community members contribute time, care, and skills to shared life. That contribution is recognized through Strive Points, which can be redeemed for shared goods and services governed by the community.

Emergency support for children and life-saving assistance is never conditional.

What Strive Points Are

What They Are

Recognition of community contribution
Earned through approved community service
Redeemable for shared services
Governed by women through AFFORD

What They Are Not

Not cash
Not wages
Not transferable to money
Not controlled by donors

How You Earn Strive Points

Strive Points are earned through approved community service projects. These projects are proposed by the community and recognized by the Women's Community Budget Council.

Teaching & learning support

Health service (volunteer doctors & nurses)

Monitoring, learning & evaluation

Community clean-up & sanitation

Neighborhood watch & safety

Childcare & day care

What You Can Access With Strive Points

Strive Points provide access to shared services that strengthen daily life and long-term resilience.

Telecenter Access

Internet browsing, calls, learning access via civic technology

Meals

Nutritious meals at the Women Love Restaurant

Water

AFFORD-branded water via borehole distribution

Certified Training

Kush management, governance, and civic education programs

How Fairness Is Protected

Service categories approved by the Women's Community Budget Council
Points are linked to identity (no anonymous accumulation)
Points are time-bound to prevent hoarding
Limited gifting allowed for elders and caregivers
Appeals handled through AFFORD governance

Why Strive Points Matter for Peace

When contribution is recognized fairly, communities cooperate more easily. Strive Points strengthen trust within communities, encourage collaboration across groups, and support coordination with institutions—especially around shared resources like land, water, and markets.

Learning Through Contribution

Community service includes training in how Strive Points work, along with foundational civic education in governance, cooperation, and accountability.

Participate With Dignity

Contribute Skills or Time

Or learn how the community governs shared resources.