Seeing the reaction when one of our woman business owners, like Keziya above, gets paid for her hard work fills me with joy, and I hope it does the same for you.  Your support is what makes this happen! This week, the weavers in our women's Kisakyamukama business group received cash in hand from the sale of several of their baskets and other items.  This is one of the groups selling at our craft store in Kamuli town. 

Educating about the environment with our school gardens and planting trees is one of our sustainable programs to break the cycle of poverty and ensure our children's legacy!

*Before you read on, I want to let you know that the content of this email might be triggering if you have been a victim of violence. 

Betty is 14 years old. She's a child who had a child four months ago.  When I write about situations like this, I often say that “she became pregnant in very difficult circumstances.” She was a victim of violence.  

Here are just some activities that are happening in the villages this week that all of you make possible.