I met Jeanne Ratzloff several years ago at a street fair in Niwot, Colorado. She was selling the necklaces and baskets for refuges (women and orphans in Uganda). I had a small jewelry shop at the time and took aome of her product into my shop. I found the goods to be excellent, well worth the $10.00 per strand for the long necklaces. My favorites however were the hand woven baskets. The monies taken in by this organization are used only minimally for administrative purposes, and the Ratzloffs supplement a great deal from their own money. I support their work and the benefits given to the women and children of this camp. Katharine W.
Peopleweaver sponsors women and girls by providing education sponsorships, an adult school and micro-finance loans. PW works in the Kyangwali refugee settlement and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I have witnessed first-hand the success of their projects. Recently the first girl who received a university sponsorship graduated.
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I personally have worked with the People Weaver for over 10 years by selling their merchandise in my retail shop in Niwot. We do not take any profit from them because we know that the program is transforming lives. The People Weaver has provided educational opportunities for over 30 girls and women from grade school to grad school and even vocational training. A small but very effective non profit directly affecting the live of girls and women and people around them.
Peopleweaver provides quality education to conflict affected women and girls in DRC and Kyangwali refugee setlement.
Hundreds of girls and women have been supported from primary to university impacting over 10,000 people.
Some of these like Elosha have also started social enterprises that solves community most conplex problems.
Peopleweaver touches souls and changes lives!
We make an annual donation to Peopleweaver because we appreciate the work they do on the Kyangwali Refugee Settlement in Uganda, empowering women with educational and economic opportunities. We have seen firsthand, year after year, that our donation goes directly to the women in the refugee settlement that need it most. After we make a donation, we are always updated on how and where our funds were directly allocated. Throughout the year, we see photos and videos of the women that our annual donation has supported and we're always impressed by the longterm positive impact. We will continue our annual donation to Peopleweaver for the foreseeable future.
In a world where far too many voices go unheard and where countless individuals are left in the shadows of despair, People Weaver shines brightly as a beacon of hope. This extraordinary non-profit organization, with its unwavering commitment to transforming the lives of women and girls in refugee camps, exemplifies the very essence of compassion and resilience. I say this from the heart because I've experienced their incredible work since the tender age of 6. Let me share with you just how truly outstanding People Weaver is in every sense.
When we think of those living in refugee camps, the struggles, uncertainties, and hardships they face are almost unimaginable. This is where People Weaver steps in, offering a ray of light and a lifeline for women and girls who have been displaced from their homes due to conflict and crisis. Specifically, their work in places like Kyangwali camp in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is nothing short of remarkable.
One of the key pillars of People Weaver's work is sustainability. They provide these brave women with essential materials and resources to rebuild their lives, enabling them to regain their sense of agency and dignity. These resources not only help refugee women to generate income but also foster a sense of self-reliance, enabling them to provide for their families in difficult circumstances.
Furthermore, their dedication to education is heartwarming. They invest in the education of young girls, ensuring that they have the resources and opportunities they need to grow into future leaders. This investment not only transforms individual lives but entire communities.
This is an organization that doesn't just talk the talk; they walk the walk. They're on the ground, in the refugee camps, working tirelessly to make a difference. They've woven together a network of support that extends beyond borders and cultures. People Weaver's commitment to building bridges of understanding and support is evident in the transformed lives of the women and girls they serve.
In the face of adversity, People Weaver stands as a symbol of hope and a reminder that, when we come together with love, compassion, and determination, we can help those in need rebuild their lives and rewrite their stories. I wholeheartedly endorse and celebrate the greatness of PW, an organization that is truly changing lives and making our world a better place. I am living proof of their greatness, and I'm eternally grateful for their unwavering support throughout my journey. Supporting People Weaver is an investment in the resilience and potential of women and girls who have endured immense hardships, and it's an investment in a more compassionate and connected world.
I am just becoming acquainted with Peopleweaver. I am very impressed with the focus they have on specific ways they can help change lives, one woman at a time. Such a wonderful organization!
I’ve closely followed the work of PW for over 12 years and am so impressed and inspired by the depth of its great compassion and dedication to improving the lives of women and families in Uganda. PW’s primary goals are to provide practical and sustainable solutions to the challenges facing women living in Kyangwali Refugee Camp. Additionally, they address unexpected acute needs as they arise. Various project developments value and include input from local individuals to maximize potential successes. Their programs are strong and successes are plentiful. The intention of each one is to provide long lasting,, culturally appropriate and realistic results which have the potential to change the course of devastating generational poverty, trauma, and suffering endemic to women and children arriving and living in Kyangwali. I strongly admire and support PW’s wonderful work and devotion to these powerful women, and highly recommend that individuals and groups who truly want to see change in the world to generously support and promote Peopleweaver.
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PeopleWeaver is a nonprofit organization working in the Kyangwali Refugee Camp in Uganda. It’s not a charity in the usual sense of the word because It’s primary mission is to teach and empower impoverished women to become independent and confident providers for themselves and their families. Their compassionate approach provides sustainable solutions to the complicated issues of poverty, especially those due to the trauma and desperation experienced by refugees. Their gift is knowledge, skills, and hope...not unsustainable hand-outs.
I joined PeopleWeaver after witnessing the real difference they make in the lives of the women they serve.
PeopleWeaver’ s commitment to transparency and efficiency is a testament to their integrity and unwavering dedication to their mission. Their dedication, innovation, transparency, and positive impact of the lives of women and children are truly remarkable. I wholeheartedly support and commend Peopleweaver for the exceptional work in making our world a better place.
The Executive Director is a dedicated and empathetic individual who is totally invested in the women of the Uganda refugee camps. She understands that education makes all the difference in a person's life.
I've been very impressed with her dedication to this cause and am happy to be part of the team.
In 2020 Peopleweaver’s (PW) first adult school in the Kyangwali Refugee Settlement (Uganda) was forced to close because of Covid. In late 2021 a new adult school opened it’s doors. The new school continues to attract students, the majority of students are women. Its inspiring to see education offered to adults with the desire to learn. Many of the students never had the opportunity to start school or had their education stopped because of war.
From microcredit loans, the creation of two adult schools and girl education sponsorships Peopleweaver provides avenues for women to enhance their lives economically and encourages leadership roles in the community.
This is exactly the type of non profit organization that can make a difference. A small group of individuals in one country removing obstacles for folks in another community across the globe. Everyone involved benefits.
people weaver is a non profit organisation that help women and orphans to overcome poverty more especially in refugee camp for example in uganda.peaple weaver also provides education to adults and young ones who with no support frOm any where.i my self am the beneficiary of peopleweaver that heLped me to raise up my self and .most of the women in my community who had lost hope of life after the war of DRC.there for hope came back to many through peopleweaver.
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Peopleweaver is a non profit organization which has changed the lives of widows and orphans in kyangwali refugee settlement through micro-loan.it has also provided education to udults who did not get the chance of going to school to learn how to read and write English when they ware still young. Great Job done by people weaver. Big up.
It has improved lives of widows and widened on their ability to speak english in uganda. Thank you so much, we are greatful
People Weaver has constantly supported our work in education advocacy for urban refugees and slum dwellers of Kayole slums in Nairobi , Kenya. People Weaver which has been our major donor, supported our organisation A Million Faces- Renaissance to put up a resource center with a library to serve our community as well as run language classes for the urban refugee children we work with. We have been able to mobilise over 100 urban refugees to join schools and have over 500 children reading in our library thanks to People Weaver.
I have been involved with many nonprofit groups over the years, PeopleWeavers is at the top of my list - results, dedication, consistency, honesty, and did I say RESULTS??!? So many lives changed, such a contribution to our world.
I have been observing their work over a period of time. They are good and hard working. They should be encouraged so that the people in need get help.