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Stawi Lab brings together youth-led organizations working to advance the rights and leadership of girls and young women in Tanzania.
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NYAYO TANZANIA
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
We focus on promoting gender equality, advancing economic empowerment for women through entrepreneurship, business incubation, and financial literacy as well as increasing access to microloans for women entrepreneurs and young mothers. We also support early childhood education by providing safe spaces for children while actively engaging in youth empowerment through education initiatives.
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BINTI KIRANJA
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
Key focus areas include Leadership Coaching & Mentorship to nurture over 10,000 young women as courageous and strategic leaders by 2030, Civic Engagement & Policy Influence by training student leaders to push for gender responsive policies, and Safe & Supportive Networks that promote peer support, mental wellness, and shared learning. Storytelling for Impact to amplify young female voices through digital platforms, media campaigns, and Strategic Partnerships with institutions, movements, and donors to advance our mission and ensure sustainability.
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OMOM MAASAI COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Arusha - Tanzania
Focuses on education, socio-economic empowerment, water, sanitation, and environmental conservation. Key programs include the E-SIDAI Program, which supports Maasai students with scholarships, safe homes, and mentorship; the Maa Empowerment Program (MEP), which equips women and girls with entrepreneurial skills and GBV awareness; and the Maasai Water & Hygiene Initiative (MWHI), which improves access to clean water, hygiene education, and climate resilience.
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CALL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Dodoma - Tanzania
Key focus areas are climate change and environmental conservation, with a strong emphasis on youth and gender inclusion. The running programs aimed at creating informed communities through climate education, especially among youth and young girls, such as the Universities, Girls Climate Education Program, and Youth Climate Talks. Additionally, it focuses on empowering women and girls by addressing gender related issues in climate and environmental spaces. One of our current projects is Empowering Female Waste Pickers, which supports women working in waste management to improve their livelihoods and environmental impact.
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WOMEN OF INFLUENCE
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
Key focus is on domestic violence, sexual corruption, outdated cultural norms, and promoting equal economic opportunities for male and female entrepreneurs. Current initiatives include Kilinge cha Sheria, which empowers grassroots women entrepreneurs in Kigogo through business and legal training; Kilinge Digital, a mobile app offering training and a marketplace for entrepreneurs; and Fahamu Sheria, a legal awareness project educating Kigogo residents about their rights and legal procedures.
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THEATRE ARTS FEMINISTS (TAF)
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
TAF's core areas of focus include combating Gender Based Violence (GBV), promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), and protecting children's rights. Through theatre-based approaches, TAF educates communities on family planning, menstrual health, STI prevention, and the dangers of early pregnancy. Additionally, TAF is committed to child protection by raising awareness on child rights and laws, using performance arts to address issues such as abuse, neglect, exploitation, and child marriage.
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COMMUNITY HANDS FOUNDATION
Morogoro, Pwani, and Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion aims to support youth and women by promoting digital entrepreneurship, strengthening business management skills, and improving access to financial resources. Digital Skills and Innovation focuses on equipping young people with essential digital literacy, e-commerce, and freelancing skills. Gender Equality and Social Protection involves advocating for the rights and empowerment of women. Civic Engagement and Leadership Development seeks to enhance youth participation in governance and community development.
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URAFIKI GIRLS
Mwanza - Tanzania
The area of focus is on Social Innovation and Technology. Urafiki Girls' flagship project Msichana na Teknolojia (Girls and Technology), targets in-school adolescent girls, aged 8-19 years, from fishing communities. The program equips girls with the skills, knowledge, and resources to create mobile applications, local AI programs, and social innovation projects that address community issues. It also provides a safe space for girls to collaborate in teams, with mentors guiding their learning and project development.
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HER URAIA CLICKERS
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
The area of focus prioritizes the empowerment and leadership development of young women and girls by equipping them with essential skills in civic education, public speaking, campaign management, negotiation, and advocacy. It emphasizes building confidence and leadership capacity through mentorship programs that connect emerging leaders with experienced women in politics and civic spaces.
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FRIENDS OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH ORGANIZATION (FOCAYO)
Pwani & Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
Key sectors of work include Quality Education, Economic Empowerment, Health, Gender, and the Protection of Children's Rights. One of the main ongoing projects is HATUA ZAKE NI HATUA ZETU, which focuses on improving menstrual health and hygiene (MHH) among schoolgirls in Tanzania.
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MINOVA MENTAL HEALTH FELLOWSHIP & CLINIC (MMH)
Kilimanjaro - Tanzania
The focus area is on Mental Health taking a holistic approach to supporting the well-being of young people by addressing the root causes and effects of mental health challenges. It begins with providing mental health education for youth across Africa, supported by mental health learning hubs and youth-led advocacy campaigns. It promotes youth participation in psychotherapy and psychosocial support services.
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TEENS CORRIDOR ORGANIZATION
Mwanza - Tanzania
Key focus areas include adolescents' sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) and intimate partner violence (IPV) prevention, youth economic empowerment, and digital inclusion. The Youth Economic Empowerment Initiative equips young people with employability and entrepreneurship skills. The Digital Inclusion Program offers digital literacy training with a focus on online safety.
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JJ BREASTFEEDING ORGANIZATION (JJBO)
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
A key area of focus is improving breastfeeding support and management by strengthening lactation knowledge among health professionals. This involves equipping pregnant and lactating parents with the skills and information needed to overcome breastfeeding challenges. Efforts also include reinforcing the establishment of Donor Human Milk initiatives in Tanzania.
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ZAN CHANGE MAKERS
Zanzibar - Tanzania
The initiative focuses on promoting a culture of volunteerism by encouraging young people to actively engage in community service and social responsibility. It aims to equip youth with essential employability and leadership skills. A key priority is building an inclusive platform that supports youth-led innovation and social impact.
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TANZANIA YOUTH COMPETENCE FOR COMMUNITY
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
The area of focus is to provide capacity building, training, and life skills education to Tanzanian youth. They aim to establish youth-friendly systems that create inclusive economic and social opportunities. More committed to raising the standard of living for youth through entrepreneurship, business development, financial literacy, and professional support.
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HER DREAM INITIATIVE
Morogoro - Tanzania
Key areas include improving access to SRHR services for 93,520 women and youth by 2028, enhancing the leadership and advocacy capacity of women and young people in climate justice initiatives, and strengthening organizational capacity and governance.
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CHILD INSPIRED FOUNDATION
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
The organization focuses on building intellectual and emotional competencies of orphaned children, providing psychosocial support, identifying barriers to children's rights, ensuring academic success, and guaranteeing access to healthcare, education, and social protection.
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AFYAPLUS ORGANIZATION
Iringa and Dodoma - Tanzania
Their focus is on promoting clean water, good hygiene, proper nutrition, and strong communities, empowering adolescent girls and young women by engaging with relevant stakeholders.
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FB EMPOWERMENT ORGANIZATION
Mtwara - Tanzania
Focuses on empowering girls, women, and youth through community-driven programs that promote gender equality, youth development, education, and skills building. The organization advocates for sexual and reproductive health rights, works to prevent gender-based violence, and fosters social inclusion.
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CARE FOR DIGNITY AND INCLUSION (CDI TANZANIA)
Mwanza - Tanzania
CDI focuses on advocating for the rights and inclusion of people with special needs in Tanzania. Their programs aim to promote sustainable livelihoods, decent health, and quality education for children, youth, and women with disabilities. They also work to combat stigma and discrimination.
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VOICE OF YOUTH TANZANIA (VOYOTA)
Arusha - Tanzania
VOYOTA focuses on empowering young people through four main areas: Civic Engagement, Youth Health Education, Youth Development and Economic Empowerment, and Environment Preservation.
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PSYCHOSOCIAL WELFARE ORGANIZATION
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
Focuses on enhancing mental health and psychosocial well-being among vulnerable populations. Programs encompass psychological assessments, counseling, and interventions targeting issues such as stress, depression, and trauma. PWO also conducts training sessions to equip youth with skills in academic excellence, self-regulation, and interpersonal relationships.
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SISI NA SAFARI
Lindi - Tanzania
The areas of focus include club formation and leadership training, adolescence and menstrual hygiene education, gender-based violence prevention, early marriage awareness, education advocacy, peer mentorship, youth empowerment through arts and performance, and community engagement.
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MSICHANA IMARA FOUNDATION
Arusha - Tanzania
Focuses on promoting girls' rights to education by providing sustainable menstrual solutions, entrepreneurship skills, and digital literacy. The organization also advocates for access to both formal and non-formal education, while empowering girls to become community leaders.
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INITIATIVE OF DOMESTIC WORKERS
Pwani - Tanzania
The initiative focuses on providing legal assistance and advocacy for domestic workers facing exploitation and abuse. Skill development workshops are offered in areas like child care and professional development. Support groups, health and safety initiatives, and public awareness campaigns educate workers and employers on fair practices.
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THE CHANGEMAKERS COMMUNITY INITIATIVE (CCI)
Arusha - Tanzania
Focuses on Education and Skills Development, Community Health and Well-being, Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action, and Youth Leadership and Advocacy on Social Justice.
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HER MOVEMENT TZ
Tanzania
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