Empowering Mothers, Uplifting Generations

Tiyende Women’s Collective – A Grassroots Movement for Women in Malawi

Fundraising Goal: $6,000

In Malawi, nearly 70% of the population lives on less than $2.15 a day, making it one of the poorest countries in the world. Over 90% of those living in poverty are in rural areas, where women carry the daily burden of survival — without electricity, clean water, or access to basic tools for economic independence.

At Vivre Co Australia, our work began in the classroom. In partnership with Bikema Academic Centre, we’ve proudly provided over 70 scholarships to girls living in poverty, offering them access to education, hope, and opportunity. But as we grew closer to the communities, a deeper truth revealed itself:

You can’t keep a girl in school if her mother can’t feed her.

That’s why we created the Tiyende Women’s Collective, in collaboration with Africa Innovate — to go to the root of intergenerational poverty by empowering mothers with tools to rise.

These women are strong, wise, and willing — but they lack access.

Your support helps change that.

What We’re Raising Funds For — Total: $6,000

1. Microloans & Business Training – $3,500

Repayable loans of $200–$300 help women start or grow income-generating businesses (e.g., food stalls, tailoring, farming, soap-making) while also receiving mentorship, skills training, and support.

2. Digital Tools for Learning – $1,200

A laptop ($550), projector, and screen ($650) will enable us to run entrepreneurship, leadership, and financial literacy workshops in rural villages — where access to technology is rare.

3. Facilitator Honorariums & Program Growth – $1,300

Support local grassroots leaders delivering 20+ sessions and help us form new women’s groups across Malawi.

Why This Matters

In a country where:

72% of people live under $2.15/day

Many walk hours to fetch water or wood

Mothers skip meals so their children can eat

Girls often drop out of school to support their families

…We believe it’s time for a new approach.

The Tiyende Women’s Collective isn’t charity — it’s a shift in power.

It’s women leading women, with tools for self-sufficiency, dignity, and transformation.

Our Work Aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

SDG 1: No Poverty – by providing income-generating microloans

SDG 4: Quality Education – through scholarships and adult training

SDG 5: Gender Equality – by equipping women to lead

SDG 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth – supporting small enterprise

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – reaching rural, underserved communities

How You Can Help

$50 = startup supplies for a woman’s business

$150 = a toolkit and training for one woman

$300 = a full microloan for a new entrepreneur

$550+ = provides the resources _ tools to teach dozens more

$1,000 = funds ongoing workshops and launches new groups

Every dollar helps us break the cycle — from mother to daughter, and beyond.