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Local solution
In the first year of the multipurpose salon, 20 teen mothers acquire skills in detergent making, beauty, and hairdressing, paving the way for their financial independence for themselves and their children. Each subsequent year, an additional 40 teen mothers will benefit from these opportunities.
Teen mothers in the community face significant challenges that often prevent them from continuing their education. Teenage motherhood is a pressing issue linked to poverty and a lack of access to sexual health education and support. Many girls aged 11 to 18 become pregnant, leading to school dropouts and increased risks of medical issues, early marriages, and abandonment. These factors contribute to ongoing poverty and domestic abuse, affecting both the young mothers and their children. A recent survey revealed their struggles, prompting a plan to provide skills training to help them regain confidence, find job opportunities, and improve their futures.
Over the course of six months, participants will acquire valuable skills in producing various detergents—such as liquid, bar, and medicated soaps, as well as Vaseline—alongside training in hairdressing, beauty techniques, and business management. The program includes a two-week internship to provide hands-on experience, and participants will also learn about Village Community Banking, equipping them with the knowledge to save and borrow for income-generating activities aligned with their skills. In addition to these skills, they are offered psychosocial support and Sexual Reproductive Health Right training and services to help them make informed decisions about their bodies and prevent a second pregnancy before the age of 20.
Upon graduation, the Young Strong Mothers Foundation (YSMF) offers an additional six months of mentorship. During this time, graduates will practise their trade at a multi-purpose salon while selling beauty products. YSMF will connect them with local markets for their detergent products, enabling them to earn income that supports their basic needs, while any surplus can be saved in their Village Community Banking groups. Furthermore, YSMF will assist in registering these groups and securing government loans to help graduates start joint or individual income-generating activities based on the skills they have acquired.
With over nine years of experience, YSMF has successfully empowered 2,125 young mothers through a range of skill development programs. Our founders, who are survivors of violence, have a profound understanding of the unique challenges these women face. This personal experience drives our commitment to supporting their socio-professional integration and makes us uniquely qualified to implement this project effectively.
Lives improved20 vulnerable teen mothers acquire essential skills that enhance their livelihoods. By promoting financial independence, the initiative enables participants to gain confidence and self-reliance, allowing them to care for their children with dignity.
We anticipate that 90% of participants will succeed, allowing them to support their children’s education, healthcare, and overall well-being, positively impacting at least 19 children.
Community impactThe participants experience enhanced financial independence and rights, resulting in greater social respect, lower rates of domestic violence and a reduction in the number of street children. By promoting self-reliance and self-confidence, we aim to create a more supportive and nurturing community environment.
Improved health outcomes, through comprehensive sexual and reproductive health education, improving community well-being.
BudgetThe budget for the project is Tsh 9,684,500 (or €3.500). The donation will be allocated towards:
- Repairing and equipping a training centre for saloon and detergent making
- Providing expert trainers and instructors to educate the teenage mothers
- Ensure the centre’s security with a dedicated guard
- Designing a baby care classroom for the children of the teenage mothers
- Hiring a caregiver to provide childcare services during training hours
- Purchasing tools, equipment, and materials for both the saloon and detergent making, as well as play and learning materials for the children
- Covering administrative costs and transportation expenses during project implementation
- 5% to iMPACT directly for facilitating direct donations to local solutions (which helps to cover costs of the website, promotion and proposal writing, costs of financial services and the support to NGOs).
Own contribution:
With experience in securing government loans for youth and women, YSMF will support successful participants in applying for government funding. The organisation will also dedicate time to mentoring trainees through the initial phases of implementing their business activities.
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