In Kenya, a staggering 44% of the female population lives below the international poverty line of US$1.25 per day. Many of these women face heartbreaking choices to survive, often resorting to dehumanizing professions such as the sex trade to feed their families. These women are at a grave disadvantage, with limited access to education, employment, or the means to provide for their children in a dignified way. This often results in forced marriages for their daughters at an early age, perpetuating a cycle of poverty and vulnerability. An effective and sustainable solution to this crisis is providing vocational training to empower these women with skills that allow them to earn a living in a dignified manner. The Nakuru facility, which hosts this project, offers a 12-month vocational training program specifically designed to teach tailoring and sewing skills. The women who participate in this program live at the facility free of charge, where they not only learn valuable skills but also receive instruction in business practices and healthy lifestyle choices.

This vocational training project is more than just a skill-building program—it’s a life-changing opportunity for women in rural Kenya to escape the grip of poverty and build a stable, independent future for themselves and their families. By providing the tools, training, and support necessary for these women to thrive, the project not only impacts their immediate economic situation but also fosters long-term positive change for future generations.

Through empowerment, education, and support, these women can break free from the cycle of poverty, forced marriage, and gender inequality, ultimately rising to a life of dignity, respect, and opportunity. This project is a beacon of hope, showing that with the right resources, women can be the key to transforming not only their own lives but also their families, communities, and the broader society.

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