A new beginning
Neema is excited to start our entrepreneurial training.
She says “I have some basic knowledge on sewing. I learnt a while ago before I suffered from paralysis, and I am confident that I can regain some skills if I will get the opportunity to practice again. It is something am interested about and something I am capable of doing”.
According to Neema’s physiotherapist, the tailoring training will help Neema to re-gain her sewing skills and hopefully help her to earn an income. It will empower and strengthen her emotionally, mentally, and physically. Sewing provides an opportunity to rebuild physical strength and this project also provides her with an opportunity to be surrounded by others who are facing similar challenges.
What is typhoid?
Typhoid is a bacterial disease spread through dirty water and can be life-threatening if not treated.
The residents of Nyamatongo Ward do not have access to treated water. The only water source is water collected from the lake. With no sewage systems in place, long-drops or open defecation is the norm and is naturally led to the water. Typhoid, and other waterborne diseases are very common in the area.
In fact, diarrhea, which is often caused by typhoid, is the biggest cause of death for children under five.
Can you help Neema and people like her?
Will you give a tax-deductible gift to help Neema and others like her become agents of change in their communities?
Your gift can pay for training, material and sewing machines to help people with disabilities learn income-generating skills and challenge social stigma.
Changing Lives begins with you. We can’t do it without you.