Sew for Sisterhood is a vocational and empowerment program in Ghana and Kenya that teaches women marketable skills in sewing, batik, and entrepreneurship. Graduates are equipped with the tools to build financial independence and lead change in their communities.
Sew for Sisterhood is a grassroots initiative empowering women and girls in Kenya’s Maasai region through hands-on vocational training and holistic support. Originally launched in Ghana, the program is now in its third year in Kenya, with 65 girls trained in tailoring, beadwork, and entrepreneurship. In 2023, 73% of graduates secured employment or launched small businesses, demonstrating the initiative’s long-term economic impact.
Beyond technical training, Sew for Sisterhood creates safe spaces for open discussion on gender-based violence, early marriage, and female genital mutilation (FGM). These sessions help participants gain awareness of their rights, build peer support networks, and foster leadership within their communities.
To ensure sustainability, proceeds from product sales are reinvested, with plans underway to launch a school uniform production shop to strengthen long-term training efforts.
We’re excited to share that Sew for Sisterhood was recently featured on a local news channel. Watch the coverage from the graduation celebration here:
