WA-WA Kenya has led the Power to Youth Project in Homa Bay since 2022. We championed youth rights relentlessly. Our team confronted the Triple Threat directly. This means reducing teen pregnancies. This means fighting new HIV infections. This means ending gender-based violence. We strengthened civil society simultaneously. We boosted social accountability across Homa Bay. Our work created […]
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Our trainees transform invasive water hyacinth into handmade paper. They actively craft beautiful, eco-friendly products. This skill builds real financial independence. They turn an environmental problem into economic power. Women diversify their income streams securely. They reduce dangerous reliance on the fishing trade. Exploitation ends when opportunity grows. Water becomes wealth through innovation. Waste unlocks sustainable livelihoods.
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WA-WA Kenya ends the exploitation cycle. Women in fishing communities deserve safety and dignity. We reject the “sex for fish” trade. Our skills training creates real alternatives. Women achieve financial independence securely. Households gain lasting stability. Participants leveled up key skills this week: ·       Fashion & Design: Crafted stylish skirts from brown paper. Innovation replaces expensive fabrics.
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We warmly welcome Leslie, a volunteer from The ZOO Memorial Foundation. She joins us for one impactful week. Leslie leads our computer packages training sessions. She also provides essential technical IT support. Leslie adapts brilliantly to our environment. She connects effortlessly with all participants. Her resourcefulness enhances every session. Training becomes highly engaging and practical. Participants gain
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Week four of training begins now! Time moves quickly with meaningful progress. We celebrate achievements made so far. Participants show remarkable growth. Confidence is growing visibly. Strong teamwork is taking root. Communication skills are sharpening noticeably. We shift into higher gear this week. Training becomes intensely hands-on now. Practical application takes center stage. Skills translate directly to real-world
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The WA-WA Economic Empowerment Centre is now powered by Starlink! We achieved a major connectivity upgrade. Our centre now operates with Starlink Internet. We thank The ZOO Memorial Foundation profoundly. Their continuous support made this possible. This upgrade delivers super-reliable internet access. It significantly enhances our capabilities. Starlink complements our existing resources perfectly. The Foundation previously established our
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Technical skills training enters its second week. We focus intensely on practical learning. This empowers communities for sustainable change. We launch two vital new courses this week. Professional weaving classes begin. Essential plumbing training also starts. These expand income opportunities significantly. Core courses continue building momentum. Fashion and design sessions run actively. Beauty and hairdressing training
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We are onboarding participants for the Water Hyacinth Ankara-Infused Paper Making project! This hands-on program starts now. Participants will gain vital sustainable skills. They will create beautiful eco-friendly paper products. These skills unlock real economic opportunities. Trainees learn to transform materials innovatively. They utilize invasive water hyacinth from Lake Victoria. They incorporate vibrant Ankara fabric offcuts. This
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Our skills-development training is officially underway this week! This launch represents a crucial beginning. Participants are taking powerful first steps. They are actively pursuing economic empowerment. New opportunities are now opening for them. We introduced participants to four foundational skills. The first session covered professional Hairdressing techniques. They also explored creative Fashion and Design principles. Essential Computer
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We proudly launched Cohort 1 of our skills training program! A successful orientation session kicked things off. Participants completed essential baseline surveys. This marks the start of a transformative learning journey. The training equips individuals with vital skills. These skills build sustainable livelihoods for fisherfolk communities. The intensive training runs for four months. Sessions span February
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