About Us

It’s time to break the poverty cycle!

Uganda is located in East-Africa and has about 46 million citizens of which 51% is below the age of 18 years and one third earns less than $1 a day.

Women empowerment is a crucial element that has the potential to transform communities and cultures within the broader scope of global development. Across the world, many women find themselves trapped in an ongoing cycle of poverty due to institutional barriers that hinder their access to opportunities in entrepreneurship, financial resources, and education. Women, making up half of the global population, are an invaluable asset for societal advancement.

Investing in the socio-economic empowerment of women leads to gender equality, poverty reduction, and economic growth. Women can significantly contribute to the economy, and access to education is a key factor in this process. A Woman’s Worth believes in the transformative power of knowledge to eradicate poverty and therefore we focus on providing educational resources rather than financial aid. By offering various courses, we support women in their journey toward independence and self-support. As the saying goes, “Give someone a fish and you feed them for a day, teach someone how to fish and you feed them for a lifetime.”

Our programs are devided into a Socio-Economic program and the Fashion Academy for skilling. Our socio-economic empowerment program takes six months and is centered around two key pillars:

– Personal Development: Building confidence and self-awareness.

– Entrepreneurship: Equipping women with skills to start and manage their own businesses.

We believe that knowledge is a powerful tool for change, and by sharing it, we help women forge a path towards a brighter, more autonomous future.

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Personal Development

Personal development is an essential part of our program. After all, successful entrepreneurship goes hand in hand with good mental health. We use different tools to map out the personal situation of the women. By visualizing the women gain more insight in their lives and we can make an individual action plan.

Cultivating a positive mindset and focusing on life’s uplifting aspects can lead to significant improvements in behavior and self-esteem. Women become more aware of their strengths and learn how to harness and develop these skills to expand their businesses. Over a period of six months, we observe a remarkable boost in their self-confidence, empowering them to advocate for themselves.

Through sharing experiences and different situations, women come to realize they are not alone and that many others in the community face similar challenges. In collaboration with specialized partners, women gain knowledge on how to handle domestic violence, understand their rights, and learn where to seek assistance.

Entrepreneurship

Ugandans are known for their entrepreneurial spirit, yet many face challenges in turning a profit due to lack of knowledge. Numerous women initiate small businesses to provide for their families. By offering these women educational opportunities, they gain the skills needed to manage their businesses effectively and handle their finances responsibly. A vital component of our program is teaching the importance of saving, which is crucial for successful entrepreneurship.

Upon completing the course, women are equipped to independently manage and grow their businesses without relying on loans or credit.

Fashion Academy

In 2018 A Woman’s Worth launched the Fashion Academy, a transformative program designed to equip women with the skills necessary for tailoring and jewelry making. In six months women learn the foundational techniques that enable them to generate their own income. A key focus of the program is encouraging the reuse of materials, with a particular emphasis on incorporating natural products, which are readily available in various communities, into jewelry designs.

Beyond just crafting beautiful designs, the academy also empowers women by teaching them essential business skills. Participants learn how to price and market their products, paving the way for them to operate independently and successfully after graduation.

The program has unveiled a wealth of hidden talent, prompting the creation of a unique platform to showcase these designs—the “From the Slum to the Catwalk” Fashion Show. This event, organized in collaboration with leaders in the Ugandan fashion industry, offers a high-end showcase that highlights empowerment through fashion.

In recognition of her impactful work, the Founding Director, Susan Geurts, was honored with the Positive Change Award at the Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards in 2019. This accolade celebrates the significant strides made towards empowerment and positive transformation through fashion.

Organization and history

A Woman’s Worth is founded in 2015 by Susan Geurts from the Netherlands.

Susan realized that by sharing knowledge and experience, a significant impact can be achieved. She observed that many organizations focus on short-term solutions, whereas people require long-term strategies. Susan firmly believes that knowledge is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty.

To date, 350 women have successfully graduated from the program, positively affecting the lives of 1,500 children. A Woman’s Worth stands as a testament to how empowerment through education is a powerful solution to eradicate extreme poverty.

A Woman’s Worth exemplifies the transformative power of education in fostering sustainable, long-term change.

Jennifer Mpyisi
Gloria Ayot
Susan Geurts
Founding Director
Robert Lumu
Scovia
Olivia
Karen Alecho
Kenneth Kayongo
Gloria Ekit
Bart Hobo
Voorzitter
Diana van den Hasselkamp
Secretaris
Caroline Segers
Bestuurslid

Partners

Thanks to our valued partners and sponsors, we are able to create meaningful change by empowering women with knowledge, helping them to become independent and self-supporting.

By joining forces, we can provide women with access to education. Our partners share our vision and contribute in various ways to achieving our goals.

Would you like to join us in this mission? Contact us at info@awomansworth.nl to learn how you can become a partner.