Education and income generation is a powerful way for girls and young women to become independent and provide for themselves and their families. The need for skills-based learning is more important than ever before. Through our empowerment programs, we create jobs and a reliable income for parents of our students and other community members who have little to no formal education. We show thousands of people from impoverished backgrounds that they are resource-rich in ability, determination, ingenuity, and motivation.
“What I value most about Inua Mama is the sisterhood. We share stories, encourage each other, and grow together. I never imagined I’d one day mentor others, but this project has made me believe in myself again.”
We inspire and invest in entrepreneurs. We teach them best practices and give them small loans to start businesses. We teach them accountability, resulting in payback rates consistently over 90%. Second, third, and fourth loans empower proven business owners to increase their profits. Participants in the program make regular payments on their loans until they are repaid. Then these repayments are reinvested in more aspiring entrepreneurs, continuing the cycle of empowerment.
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