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Stories of
Livelihood Creation


"If you put the work in, you will see the reward."
Charity is from the Fly Deaf Inclusive training programme in Lusaka, Zambia. There, deaf people across the local area are supported through skills learning, gaining confidence and a path to independence. This is her testimony!


From Shy Student to Aspiring Designer: Vanessa's Story
Vanessa is one of many young women who has discovered a new livelihood on TWAM tools, thanks to training at Mindset Education - our Ugandan partners. This is her story!


TWAM has 'Excellence in Vocational Empowerment'!
We’re excited to share some wonderful and unexpected news! TWAM has been honoured with the Excellence In Vocational Empowerment Award, from the West Nile Quality Brand Awards in Uganda. This astonishing award truly belongs to everyone who supports, donates, volunteers at, and believes in our mission. We’re humbled and deeply grateful. We’ll keep striving to live up to this recognition! Below is what the award committee shared about this recognition: "Dear TWAM Team, Warm gree


Working in Wood - the Power of a Carpentry Kit
In October, TWAM Ipswich celebrated its 500th carpentry kit sent so far in 2025 - a major milestone! And this snapshot from Zambia tells of the impact just one carpentry kit can have... The carpentry worksite at Mentra Youth, a place where futures are built... It may seem ramshackle, but the carpentry worksite at Mentra Youth training facility in Zambia is a hive of activity. And it lies at the heart of a mission that goes beyond its wooden posts and corrugated iron roof. TWA
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