By Br. John Cornel Sulle OFMCap | Executive Director
Quarterly Report – July 2026
Project: Sponsoring Survivors of Trafficking & Domestic Abuse
Project ID: #70636
Reporting Period: April 2026 – June 2026
This quarter demonstrated continued resilience and meaningful progress for the Girls Home School of Knowledge (SHUMAKWA) Sponsorship Project. Through this 18-month rehabilitation and reintegration program, TAJPI continues to support 50 girls and young women, aged 14–24, who have survived domestic trafficking and sexual abuse in the Arusha and Manyara Regions of Tanzania. Despite not yet receiving significant financial support through the GlobalGiving platform, the project has remained operational through the dedication of TAJPI volunteers, local partnerships, and generous in-kind contributions from community members.
During this reporting period, TAJPI strengthened collaboration with Maasai elders, village government leaders, and pastoral community representatives to improve the safe identification and referral of survivors. Because many cases of trafficking and abuse involve relatives or trusted community members, we continue to prioritize a survivor-centered approach built on confidentiality, community dialogue, and protection. This approach has strengthened trust within local communities and encouraged greater cooperation in safeguarding vulnerable girls. With improved stability in the operating environment, program activities continued without interruption, and all 50 beneficiaries remained actively engaged in the SHUMAKWA training program. We look forward to celebrating their graduation in November 2026, marking the successful completion of two years of education, vocational training, and personal development.
Participants continued receiving literacy and numeracy education, trauma-informed psychosocial counseling, routine health services, nutrition support, life-skills education, and vocational training, with tailoring remaining one of the most popular skills. As graduation approaches, our greatest priority is ensuring that each survivor has the opportunity to build an independent livelihood. For many graduates, a sewing machine represents far more than equipment—it is the key to financial independence, dignity, and protection from future exploitation. A quality sewing machine, together with essential starter accessories, costs approximately USD 100. Equipping all 50 graduates would require USD 5,000 during the July–October 2026 transition period. This investment would enable survivors to establish small tailoring businesses, generate sustainable income, and reduce their vulnerability to re-trafficking.
While employment opportunities provide valuable experience, long-term economic security depends on access to business start-up tools. The project's reintegration model aims to equip graduates with practical assets, including sewing machines and other vocational equipment, allowing them to transition from dependence on low-wage employment to self-employment and entrepreneurship. Our long-term goal remains the successful establishment of at least 30 survivor-led small businesses, creating lasting economic resilience for these young women and their families.
Financially, the project continues to rely primarily on local volunteer support and community generosity. During this quarter, GlobalGiving donations totaled USD 0.96. Although this amount remains below the minimum disbursement threshold, every contribution demonstrates growing awareness of the project and brings us one step closer to achieving sustainable support. The overall funding requirement remains USD 70,000 to provide comprehensive rehabilitation, vocational training, healthcare, nutrition, psychosocial support, and reintegration assistance for all 50 beneficiaries.
In the coming quarter, TAJPI will focus on:
Preparing for the graduation of the 50 SHUMAKWA trainees in November 2026.
Raising USD 5,000 to provide sewing machines and start-up kits for all graduates.
Securing additional individual and group sponsorships through the GlobalGiving platform.
Strengthening community awareness and survivor protection networks across Karatu District.
Publishing updated impact stories and financial reports to keep supporters informed of the project's progress.
Every girl in this program carries a story of hardship, courage, and hope. Through education, healing, and vocational skills, these young women are rebuilding their lives with confidence and purpose. With continued support from compassionate donors, they can move beyond survival to lasting independence, becoming business owners, community leaders, and role models for other girls facing similar challenges. Thank you for standing with these survivors and helping transform lives through opportunity, dignity, and hope.
Submitted by:
The A’ray Justice and Peace Initiative (TAJPI)
Rhotia Village, Karatu District
Tanzania
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