Jasiri Program

Empowering Marginalized and At-risk Adolescent Girls and Young Women to Participate in the Economy

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This #InternationalYouthDay, we celebrate young women entrepreneurs, survivors, young women with disabilities & refugees building livelihoods, breaking barriers & shaping communities. Different journeys, shared aspirations: to thrive, be independent, have a voice & create change.

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Jacinta Kihara turned hope into opportunity through the #JasiriProgram. With psychosocial support, financial literacy & a start-up grant, she built a thriving nail spa, barbershop & salon, now employing two people & creating a brighter future for her family.
#FinancialInclusion

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For over 15 years, Caroline Karingo has empowered young women through practical skills. At SnP School of Beauty, some young women supported by the #JasiriProgram have gained marketable skills, opening doors to dignified work. Watch: https://t.co/8O6ICjVxnk

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Nine years ago, Francoise fled conflict & arrived in Kenya as a refugee. Through tailoring, fashion design & financial literacy skills, she turned her passion into a growing Ankara fashion business. Today her designs reach beyond Kenya. “My skills opened new doors.”#JasiriProgram

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Josephine accessed her first formal loan through the #JasiriProgram, growing her clothing business & starting vegetable farming. Her story shows how finance, skills & support can help women challenge exclusion & build better futures. #FinancialInclusion #WomensEconomicEmpowerment

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From an informal settlement to a career in carpentry, Maureen is breaking gender norms & building her independence. Through the Jasiri Program, @CREAW in partnership with @MastercardFdn supported her training at @_Buildher, alongside psychosocial & GBV awareness. #JasiriProgram