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  1. Published: 07/19/2025
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25 children impacted, like FaoudouFaoudou

Sewing machines and weaving looms for training young people in the community

BF0803
Posted by BF0803Burkina Faso

WHY IT MATTERS

This project aims to create a professional sewing and weaving center for 25 young people and women in precarious situations. With a budget of 5,900,000 FCFA, it will allow for the construction of premises, the purchase of machines and equipment, and the remuneration of trainers. The center will offer practical training to enable beneficiaries to acquire useful skills, start their own businesses, and generate sustainable income. It addresses an urgent need for socio-economic integration, particularly among unemployed women and youth. The training courses will be short, accessible, and focused on self-reliance. Each donation will help equip the center, support learners, and transform lives. The project is designed to be scalable and self-sufficient in the long term. It values local know-how and promotes artisanal entrepreneurship. It is a realistic initiative, led by a committed team, with a strong social impact. Supporting this project means investing in people, work, and dignity.


Donation Activity

Anonymous

$150
DL

Danielle L.

$20

Donation Activity

Anonymous

$150
DL

Danielle L.

$20

About the church

BF0803
Burkina Faso

MISSION STATEMENT

Contribute to the holistic supervision of children and young people so that at least 85% develop with an average greater than or equal to 5/10 and make responsible life choices by 2025.