Restoring Dignity. Building Resilience. Empowering Communities.
JALIV supports widows in Kimaeti Ward, Bungoma County, Kenya through sustainable livelihood programs, psychosocial support, and community empowerment initiatives.
20+
Widows Supported
5
Focus Areas
Pilot
Phase
About JALIV
A community-based organization dedicated to empowering widows through sustainable livelihood programs and comprehensive support systems.
A community where widows live with dignity, economic independence, and social inclusion.
"Stronger women, Stronger communities"
Our Focus Areas
JALIV adopts a holistic approach to empower widows through integrated programs spanning economic, social, and health dimensions.
Economic Empowerment
Skills training, entrepreneurship support, table banking and savings groups, small business development, and agricultural support including seeds and farm inputs.
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→Psychosocial & Peer Support
Counseling and emotional support, peer support groups, trauma recovery, and community healing initiatives.
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→Education Support
Support for children of vulnerable widows, encouraging school retention and participation in educational programs.
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→Social Advocacy
Rights awareness education on land and inheritance rights, promotion of women's rights, and community sensitization.
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→Health & Wellbeing
Access to basic healthcare information and nutrition education awareness programs.
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→Holistic Approach
These five focus areas work together to create comprehensive empowerment. We recognize that economic independence is strengthened by emotional resilience, education access supports household well-being, and rights awareness enables long-term sustainability. Through this integrated approach, JALIV builds capacity for lasting change and sustainable development.
Community Engagement in Action
JALIV brings together widows and community members for collaborative programs, peer support sessions, and empowerment activities that create lasting change.
Together We Rise
Through collective action and mutual support, widows in Kimaeti Ward build networks that strengthen economic resilience and emotional wellbeing.
Stories of Transformation
Real stories from women whose lives have been transformed through JALIV's programs. These are the voices of resilience, hope, and community.
"Dorcas lost her husband and struggled to provide for her family. Through JALIV's skills training program, she learned tailoring and established her own business. Today, she is a successful tailor employing other widows in her community."
Dorcas Ndekere
Tailor & Entrepreneur
"Sarah participated in JALIV's entrepreneurship program and transformed her passion into a thriving salon business. With support from the savings group, she established her own salon and now mentors other widows in business development."
Sarah Akinyi
Salon Owner & Mentor
"Irine transformed her life through JALIV's comprehensive business training and support programs. She now runs a successful business and actively participates in helping other widows achieve economic independence and stability."
Irine Kisha
Business Development Specialist
Have a story to share? We'd love to document and celebrate your transformation journey.
Community Moments
Celebrating the strength, solidarity, and shared experiences of our community. These moments capture the heart of JALIV's mission in action.
Group Engagement Activity
Members participating in community engagement and skill-sharing activities. Building networks and supporting one another through collaborative learning and mutual empowerment.
Members Training Session
Women participating in professional development and business training workshops. Equipping ourselves with knowledge and skills for sustainable economic independence.
Together, we are stronger. Through shared learning, mutual support, and collective action, our community continues to break barriers and build a brighter future for all our members and their families.
Partnership & Collaboration
JALIV Widows Empowerment CBO welcomes collaboration with partners interested in grassroots, women-led empowerment initiatives.
Financial Support
Support for income-generating activities and business development
Capacity Building
Training and skills development programs
Program Development
Help with scaling and developing structured programs
Knowledge Exchange
Mentorship and learning partnerships
Get in Touch
Interested in partnering with JALIV? Fill out the form below and we'll get back to you soon.
Ways to Support
Financial Support
Fund income-generating activities and business development initiatives
Skills & Training
Provide expertise in areas like business management and financial literacy
Program Development
Help design and scale structured empowerment programs
Knowledge Exchange
Share experiences and best practices through mentorship
Direct Contact:
jalivempowerment@gmail.com
++254 742 175 530