It Takes a Village to Come Together and Make Soap: A Collaboration by Mums In Business International and Hopefully Handbags Global
By: Sharyn Wilding
Welcome, soap enthusiasts!
Today, we have a heartwarming story to share about collaboration and community empowerment in rural Kenya.
Join us as we dive into the inspiring world of soap making and discover the incredible impact it has on the villagers and their families.
This story is brought to you by the amazing women of Mums In Business International, and Hopefull Handbags Global who understand the power of collaboration and have created a safe space for support and growth within this community of empowering women of all ages.
Crafting Soap: Uniting Communities and Businesses
In a small village in rural Kenya, a group of extraordinary women, part of the local community, gather every month to discuss topics that are interesting, fun, and in some cases life altering.
Led by a remarkable woman called Mrs. Jennifer, these women under the leadership of Mrs Jennifer have formed a strong bond and a platform to discuss empowering topics each month related to family, parenting and everyday challenges.
This month, with the support of Mums In Business International and Hopefull Handbags Global , they decided to embark on a soap-making adventure, taking their collaboration to new heights.
Soap making is not just about creating beautifully scented bars of soap for these women. It is a testament to the power of community. When they come together, supporting and learning from each other, they not only learn the art of soap making but also uplift each other.
The meetings serve as a nurturing environment where knowledge is shared from the elders of the community and the young women who attend the meeting.
Ideas are exchanged, and encouragement is provided. It's a collective effort toward a common goal, resembling a big family working together.
Beyond soap making, these women discover the importance of their roles as mothers and the benefits of supporting each other within the community.
Across generations, the women of this Kenyan village, learn from one another, bridging gaps and fostering unity and understanding.
The skills acquired in soap making become a vehicle for personal growth and empowerment.
The benefits of soap making extend beyond personal development.
By creating their own soap, under the guidance of Mrs. Jennifer, these women save money while ensuring the quality and safety of the products they use.
Moreover, by selling their homemade soap, they generate income for their households, contributing to their financial stability and overall well-being.
It's a win-win situation that empowers both the individuals and the community as a whole.
The impact of this collaboration reaches far and wide.
As the women refine their soap-making skills, they become ambassadors of cleanliness and hygiene within their village. They raise awareness about the importance of personal hygiene and cleanliness in preventing diseases, promoting good health practices throughout the community.
The collaboration between Mrs. Jennifer, the women of the community, together with Mums In Business International, and Hopefull Handbags Global International ( the driving force behind this transformative initiative) it becomes a force for good for all involved.
Without their collective effort, this level of collaboration and empowerment for women in business would not be possible. It truly takes a village, and in this case, a village that comes together, with the support of Mums In Business International and Hopefull Handbags Global, , to make soap.
Next time you use a bar of soap, take a moment to appreciate the power of collaboration and community.
The story of these incredible women in rural Kenya reminds us that when people join forces and work together, incredible things happen.
Let's celebrate the spirit of collaboration, empower one another, and continue to uplift communities, one soap bar at a time.
Together, we can make a difference.
Keep spreading the sudsy goodness, my friends!
Sharyn Wilding
