Who We Are
A community built on dignity, skills & sisterhood
We combine soft skills training, technical textile upcycling education, and business incubation into one holistic journey , creating pathways out of poverty for unemployed women, single mothers, women with disability, and young women facing socio-economic barriers.
“Our mission is to equip vulnerable urban women with transformative skills, entrepreneurship knowledge, and technical upcycling abilities.”
— HoaW MSINGI Mission
Our Vision & Mission
Two guiding commitments that shape everything we do at HoaW MSINGI.
Vision
“To build a future where vulnerable urban women become confident, skilled, creative, and financially empowered contributors to society.”
Mission
“To equip vulnerable urban women with transformative soft skills, entrepreneurship knowledge, and technical upcycling abilities enabling them to repurpose used clothing into high-quality, market-ready products.”
Core Values
What We Stand For
Five principles guide every decision, programme, and partnership at HoaW MSINGI.
Empowerment
We believe every woman has innate potential that, when unlocked through skills and confidence, can transform her life and community.
Dignity
We approach our work with profound respect for the strength, resilience, and aspirations of the women we serve.
Sustainability
We are committed to environmental responsibility through circular economy practices and to organisational sustainability through diverse resource mobilisation.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of partnerships across government, private sector, NGOs, and communities to create lasting impact.
Innovation
We continuously seek creative solutions that address both immediate needs and systemic barriers to women's economic participation.
Hands of a Woman
MSINGI
Msingi a Swahili word meaning Foundation – because every woman deserves a strong foundation from which to grow.
HoaW MSINGI is a Community Benefit Company Limited by Guarantee, based in Kigali, Rwanda. Established in 2026, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable urban women through comprehensive skills development, entrepreneurship training, and sustainable upcycling practices.