Meet Celestine, a 30 years old lady. A Give Amore Sewing Program Graduate, A single mother of 2 children. After tolerating harrassment from her husband for 5 years , she got separated from him and moved out with her children. She had to live alone when she was pregnant for 8 months and later her husband divorced her. She had no other option but to go and live with her aged parents. Being the eldest daughter in a family of five, life became so tough for her, She had challenges feeding her 2 children and her family. She found herself unemployed and in an economic crisis with no hope. She suffered depression and lost hope in life. Her friend, also a Give Amore Sewing school alumni, told her about the program.
She took a step and came to our office to inquire about an opportunity to enroll into our sewing program. She got a chance to enroll into our six months sewing course. She successfully graduated and was gifted a sewing machine. This opened a window of opportunity for her. Celestine started working from home by offering different tailoring services such as, sewing clothing, clothing repairs and alterations for adults and children. From these, she is able to get an income which has enabled her to support her two children and her family at large. This has really changed her life. She now runs a stall in the neighboring market where she makes, repairs and sells clothes
“I want to thankGive Amore,for giving me this opportunity which has turned my life around and restored my hope. Thank you for supportingme in my hard times andforhelpingme to rebuild my life." says Celestine.
