Cheka Sana’s Street Born programme in Mwanza supports 37 young mothers with psychosocial support, business training and apprenticeships. Neema's story shows the transformative power of holistic support.

Cheka Sana supports young women in Mwanza leaving commercial sex work through self-defence training, life skills and alternative incomes. Josephine’s story shows transformation from streets to decorating apprenticeship.

“Their approach is having profound effects, combining group work, support with business training and self-defence sessions. On our third day together, the female workshop participants accompanied Cheka Sana staff members, Nyangi and Revina, to the self-defence training.” Amos’ On Her Terms Lead Karin Joseph reports from her recent visit to the Cheka Sana Foundation in Mwanza, Tanzania.

In our August update, On Her Terms — Lead, Karin Joseph writes about her first visit to Karunalaya, Amos’ partner in India, and explains Diwali Dinners — our new fundraiser which we’re launching this October. She shares news of our first supporter trip to Tanzania to visit our partner Cheka Sana and reveals the next Amos Book Club selection.