Stories of Hope: Sewing School
Vocational training helps orphans who are heads of household support their families.
Certificate of Thanks to ZOE from the Dukundane Iwacu Cooperative
The Life Dreams of 12 Giving Hope vocational training students came true in January 2009 when they received sewing machines, sewing materials, and certification to sell their products to others in their community. This program, supported cooperatively by the Rwandan government and ZOE’s Giving Hope Empowerment Project, provides a bright future for orphans who dropped out of secondary school to raise their siblings. As one graduate shared, “It is very difficult to stay in school when you have so many responsibilities.”
Each graduate had to design and make the outfit they wore to their graduation. Many children and youth joined in the celebration which was a wonderful reminder that they too may accomplish their life dreams as they study and work hard.
Watch the video and share in the joy.