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MayOn Tuesday, 20th May, Hand in Hand supporters came together to honour the resilience of women entrepreneurs fighting poverty in some of the world’s toughest places.
The event took place in the historic Churchill Room at the House of Commons and was generously hosted by Uma Kumaran MP.
Over drinks and canapés, journalist and broadcaster Roger Hearing led a lively discussion on why women are key to ending poverty. He was joined by Hand in Hand CEO Amalia Johnsson, Councillor and campaigner Amina Ali, and writer and entrepreneur Effie Hwande.
Guests also heard powerful stories from Florence Ngou, a clothing retailer; Alice Wanjiku, a bakery owner; Monica Wanja, a dairy entrepreneur; and Maureen Njue, a salon owner. The four Kenyan women had worked together to create a moving video to show on the night.
Once struggling to put food on the table, these resilient entrepreneurs – thanks to support from Hand in Hand – have built thriving businesses, transformed their families’ lives, and inspired hope for future generations.
Speaking after the event, Hand in Hand CEO Amalia Johnsson, said: “It was a true privilege to share a room with so many of our long-standing supporters, as well as friends old and new.
“As I said last night: One in four women in Africa is an entrepreneur. That’s millions of women like Florence, Alice, Monica, and Maureen. With the right support, these women are an unstoppable force – one that will ignite entire economies.”
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