Our Expected Impact
Transformation at Every Level
From individual women to entire communities – the ripple effect of the SANA Hub model reaches far beyond the workshop floor.
Three Pillars of Impact
Economic · Social · Environmental
Economic Empowerment
- Hundreds of women become business co-owners
- Others gain formal employment through partnerships
- 150–300% average income increase from baseline
- Enhanced financial security and asset accumulation
- Majority of hubs profitable within 3 years
Social Transformation
- Significantly increased self-confidence and agency
- Enhanced dignity and social status within families
- Improved household decision-making power
- Stronger peer networks through co-ownership
- Role models for other women and girls
Environmental Impact
- Thousands of kg of textile waste diverted annually
- Reduction in pollution from textile burning
- Circular economy principles promoted industry-wide
- 20+ garment companies reducing their waste footprint
- Contribution to Rwanda's green growth goals
Ripple Effects
Beyond the Workshop
The impact of each SANA Hub extends far beyond the women in the programme, touching families, communities, and the broader economy.
2,500+ Family Members
Approximately 2,500 household members (averaging 5 per beneficiary) experience improved living standards as women's incomes grow.
Better Education Access
Enhanced access to education for children as mothers gain the financial capacity to invest in their families' futures.
Job Creation
As successful hubs grow, they hire hub managers and specialised artisans, creating additional employment in their communities.
Income Independence
Women move from dependency to financial independence, with control over their earnings and savings for the first time.
Community Inspiration
A demonstration effect that inspires neighbouring women to seek skills development and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Industry Influence
Creation of new value chains in Rwanda's textile and fashion sector, influencing industry-wide practices and standards.
Geographic Expansion
50 Hubs Across Rwanda by 2030
| Year | New Hubs | Women | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 50 | Kigali – Pilot |
| Year 2 | 8 | 80 | Kigali + Huye |
| Year 3 | 12 | 120 | Musanze, Rubavu, Rusizi |
| Year 4 | 12 | 120 | Rwamagana, Muhanga, Nyagatare |
| Year 5 | 13 | 130 | All Remaining Cities |
| TOTAL | 50 Hubs | 500 Women | National Coverage |