Equipping Young Women to Overcome Vulnerability
Felista Titi’s journey tells a story that many young women in Busia can relate to. In a region where cases of GBV and early marriages still cut short the dreams of girls, opportunities for economic independence can make all the difference. Felista has long operated a hair salon where she trains young women on beauty therapy and hairdressing, not just as a trade, but as a way to regain dignity. As many needy young women recognized the opportunity she found it increasingly difficult to meet demand and wished for support to absorb more trainees.
Late last year her work was recognized by the Jasiri program (implemented by CCGD in Busia county) under which she got support to open a separate better equipped skilling center. It is accredited by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) which certifies graduates. The courses offered are practical, marketable, and accessible to young women who may not have had other opportunities.
The transformation has been visible. Young women who once depended entirely on others are now earning their own income. Some are supporting their children. Others are delaying marriage because they want to secure their future first. Skills have given them ability and confidence, and certification – legitimacy that opens doors beyond their immediate living and working environments.
Felista is demonstrating how investing in skills can progressively challenge cycles of vulnerability, GBV, and early marriage and replace them with income, confidence, and possibility.
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