Background
Many young women face barriers to decent work, leaving them economically dependent and vulnerable to exploitation. Some run away from home or marry early, then become trapped in harmful homes or relationships due to lack of income.
EmpowerHER Programme
Women-Led Skills for Financial Freedom
Women-led•Skills-to-work•Livelihoods
Willow Angelica Foundation supports and empowers young women especially single mothers — with market-relevant woodwork skills, income pathways, and long-term financial independence, strengthening household stability and reducing vulnerability to exploitation and domestic violence.
Uganda
LearnHER → EarnHER → GrowHER
Skills training + Paid work exposure
Financial literacy + Mentorship
Empowering Women Through Skills & Opportunity
Women-Led • Livelihoods • Skills-to-work
Support a Woman TodayWillow Furniture StudioKampala, Uganda
Supporting Women's Empowerment in Uganda
By supporting Willow Angelica Foundation, you will be helping talented young women in Uganda to gain woodwork skills, earn sustainable income, and achieve financial independence. Working with local partners, we carefully select and support women who are most in need. Our administration costs are kept to a minimum, and we ensure that your support goes directly to empower women through skills-to-work pathways.
About Willow Angelica Foundation
Built from an operating furniture enterprise, using real production demand to create dignified, sustainable income pathways for women-led skills and livelihood empowerment.
Mission
To uplift young women—especially single mothers—by providing practical skills, employment opportunities and financial literacy through woodwork and creative development, improving wellbeing and safety for women and their children.
Vision
A world where young women are economically independent, confident and able to provide safe, stable and dignified lives for themselves and their children through skilled and meaningful work.
The EmpowerHER Pathway
A structured skills-to-work pathway connecting training to earning opportunities and long-term independence through women-led skills and livelihood empowerment.
Training Modules
Workshop safety & PPE
Materials knowledge
Measuring & cutting
Joinery & assembly
Sanding & finishing
Painting
Quality standards
Workplace discipline
Outputs
Completion certificate
Portfolio items
Readiness for work placement
Skills Training
Train and certify young women in practical woodwork and furniture production skills, from workshop safety to quality finishing.
Training Modules
Workshop safety & PPE
Materials knowledge
Measuring & cutting
Joinery & assembly
Sanding & finishing
Painting
Quality standards
Workplace discipline
Outputs
Completion certificate
Portfolio items
Readiness for work placement
Key Features
Mentorship and supervision from experienced craftspeople
Stipend or piece-rate income for real production work
Quality and performance tracking with feedback
Paid Apprenticeship
Graduates join production teams linked to real furniture orders, receiving supervised work exposure and income.
Key Features
Mentorship and supervision
Stipend or piece-rate income
Quality and performance tracking
Training Modules
Household budgeting
Savings plans
Debt management
Personal vs business finances
School fees & healthcare
SACCOs & savings groups
Financial Independence
Strengthen budgeting, saving behaviour and long-term financial independence through mentorship and community connections.
Training Modules
Household budgeting
Savings plans
Debt management
Personal vs business finances
School fees & healthcare
SACCOs & savings groups
Partnerships
Advancing women's empowerment through partnerships with local furniture enterprises and community organizations in Kampala.
Skills Development
Relieving poverty through practical woodwork training, paid work placements, and financial literacy for young women and single mothers.
Mentorship
Advancing independence through ongoing mentorship, financial coaching, and connections to savings groups and business networks.
Our Furniture Gallery
Beautiful handcrafted furniture pieces made by our talented programme participants. Each piece represents skill, dedication, and the journey to financial independence.
Shop All Furniture
Every purchase supports women's empowerment in Uganda
Shop & Support
Willow Furniture Studio
Handcrafted furniture made by talented women in our programme. Every purchase directly funds skills training and financial independence.
Nakawa Dining Table
$850View
Kololo Bookshelf
$620View
Bugolobi Coffee Table
$380View
Muyenga Side Chair
$195View
Ntinda Bedside Cabinet
$275View
Kamwokya Work Desk
$720View
Every Purchase Empowers a Woman
Proceeds from Willow Furniture Studio fund training materials, instructor fees, and stipends for programme participants.
Latest News
Stay updated on our progress, success stories, and the impact of women-led skills and livelihood empowerment in Kampala, Uganda.
Training
January 15, 2025
New Cohort Begins LearnHER Training
We're excited to welcome 12 new participants to our LearnHER programme. These young women will spend the next 8-12 weeks learning essential woodwork skills.
Read MoreSuccess Story
December 20, 2024
2024 Graduation Celebrates 28 Graduates
Our end-of-year ceremony honoured 28 women who completed the full EmpowerHER pathway. Many are now earning sustainable income through woodwork.
Read MorePartnership
November 8, 2024
New Partnership with Willow Furniture Studio
We've strengthened our partnership with Willow Furniture Studio to provide more paid work placements for our EarnHER graduates.
Visit Willow FurnitureOur Impact
Measurable outcomes from women-led skills and livelihood empowerment through the EmpowerHER Programme in Kampala, Uganda.
85%
Training completion rate
70%
Transition to paid work
60%
Still earning after 12 months
3.2
Average children per household
Economic Impact
- Increased household income
- Reduced dependency on harmful relationships
- Ability to pay school fees and healthcare
- Savings behaviour established
Social Impact
- Improved self-confidence and agency
- Reduced vulnerability to exploitation
- Stronger household stability
- Role modeling for children
Skills Impact
- Marketable woodwork skills
- Financial literacy
- Workplace discipline
- Quality standards awareness
"Before, I depended on my partner for everything. Now I earn my own money and can take care of my children. I feel strong."— Programme Graduate, 2024
Join the Programme
Ready to start your journey to financial independence? Follow these simple steps to apply for the EmpowerHER Programme in Kampala, Uganda.
Step 1
Submit Application
Fill out the application form below with your personal details and motivation.
Step 2
Screening & Interview
Our team reviews applications and invites shortlisted candidates for a brief interview.
Step 3
Selection & Notification
Selected participants are notified and receive orientation details within 2 weeks.
Step 4
Begin Training
Start your LearnHER journey with hands-on woodwork skills training and mentorship.
Who Can Apply?
- Women aged 18–40 based in Kampala or surrounding areas
- Single mothers are especially encouraged to apply
- No prior woodwork experience required
- Must be available for full-time training (8–12 weeks)
- Committed to completing the full programme pathway
- Willing to participate in financial literacy sessions
Application Timeline
Applications OpenRolling basis
Interview PeriodWithin 1 week of application
Selection NotificationWithin 2 weeks
Next Cohort StartsEvery quarter
Apply Now
Fill in your details and we'll be in touch shortly.
Funding & Support
Partner with us to deliver women-led skills and livelihood empowerment through the EmpowerHER Programme in Kampala, Uganda.
Training Costs
$800 per participant
- Materials and tools
- Instructor fees
- PPE and safety equipment
- Certification
Work Placement Support
$1,200 per participant
- Stipend/wages (3-6 months)
- Supervision and mentorship
- Quality tracking
- Production materials
Financial Literacy
$300 per participant
- Training modules
- Mentorship sessions
- SACCO linkages
- Follow-up support
Full Programme Cost per Participant
$2,300
Covers complete LearnHER → EarnHER → GrowHER pathway (12-18 months)
Support Us
Our grant pack includes detailed programme information, budget breakdown, M&E framework, safeguarding policies, and impact case studies.
Partnership Options
Institutional Grants
Multi-year funding for cohorts of participants, including programme delivery, M&E, and reporting.
Corporate Sponsorship
Sponsor specific cohorts or programme components with brand visibility and impact reporting.
Individual Donors
Support individual participants or contribute to programme operations and materials.
In-Kind Support
Donate tools, materials, equipment, or professional expertise (training, mentorship).
Get in Touch
Learn more about the EmpowerHER Programme and how you can support women-led skills and livelihood empowerment in Kampala, Uganda.
Contact Information
Location
Kampala, Uganda