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Empowering Refugees in Malawi for a Self-Reliant Future

Raised
$20,152
Goal
$50,000

This Giving Tuesday, join us in transforming lives at Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi. Thousands of vulnerable long-stay refugees face the daily challenges of poverty and aid dependency leading to an uncertain future. Together, we can empower them to build sustainable, self-reliant futures.

Your donation will help provide critical resources such as vocational training, entrepreneurship programs, and access to tools and materials that enable refugees to become self-sufficient. By supporting this initiative, you’re not just giving aid—you’re giving hope, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive.

Let’s break the cycle of poverty and create lasting change. Donate today and be a part of this life-changing journey!

How will the  $50,000 be utilized?

The funds raised will be strategically allocated to programs that promote self-reliance among vulnerable refugees at Dzaleka Refugee Camp, focusing on creating sustainable change and reducing aid dependency. Here's how the $50,000 will be used and the impact it will create:

Budget Allocation

1. Vocational Training Program (70% | $35,000) Use: Provide training in tailoring skills to women and youth by equipping the with sewing, designing, marketing, financial management technics to enhance the entrepreneurial capacity to create and operate small businesses.  Impact: Equip 400 refugees with employable skills, enabling them to secure jobs or start businesses.  150 launch their own businesses, and 250 job ready beneficiaries.

2. Entrepreneurship Support & Startup Kits (25% | $12,500) Use: Offer small grants, tools, and materials such sewing machines, for graduates of the vocational training to start micro-enterprises.   Impact: Empower 150 refugees to launch businesses, creating income and reducing reliance on aid.

3. Program Monitoring & Operational Costs (5% | $2,500)

Use: Cover administrative expenses to ensure efficient implementation, monitoring and evaluation.   Impact: Ensure transparency and the effective use of funds to maximize impact.

Projected Impact

1. Short-Term Impact - 400+ individuals directly benefit from vocational skills training and resources.   - Immediate reduction in dependency on aid as refugees gain employment or start businesses.

2. Long-Term Impact  - Families supported by income-generating activities, improving quality of life and access to healthcare, nutrition, and education.  - A ripple effect as empowered individuals contribute to the local economy and mentor others.      - Increased community resilience and reduced poverty levels within Dzaleka Refugee Camp.

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Building resilient communities and promoting sustainable development by empowering the most vulnerable in Sub-Sahara Africa.

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Donors

  • Paula Vial1
  • Wayne Decker1
  • Stan Edwards1
  • Andrew Olsen

    What great work you do. Thank you.

    1
  • Jean Mecham1
Raised
$20,152
Goal
$50,000
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