Every girl deserves a future she designs herself
EBLI transforms the lives of young mothers and out-of-school girls across Tanzania — equipping them with economic skills, digital literacy, and the confidence to break cycles of poverty and gender-based violence.
Young women trained every year
Students enrolled in our hands-on programs
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ABOUT US
EBLI is a community -based non-profit organization empowering young mothers and vulnerable girls aged 14 – 24 in Tanzania. Each year, we train over 100 young mothers, particularly those who have dropped out of school and seek to rebuild their lives free from coercion, discrimination, and gender- based Violence.
Through integrated programs in digital literacy, entrepreneurship, environmental awareness and climate change, sexual and reproductive health and Rights and Gender Based violence, and life skills development, we equip participants with practical, market – relevant skills that increase income opportunities, strengthen decision – making capacity, and promote long-term resilience.
Mission
To empower adolescent girls, young mothers, and vulnerable youth through integrated programs in SRHR, digital literacy, economic empowerment, and environmental awareness, using participatory and behavior change approaches that build informed decision-making, resilience, and sustainable livelihoods.
Vission
A just society where young people and vulnerable youth are empowered with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to shape their own destinies – free from poverty, gender-based violence, and inequality – and lead dignified, fulfilling lives of their own design.
Core Values
Young people can change their undesirable sexual behavior if helped.
Underage pregnancy can be prevented through education and support.
Young people are a force for change and transformation in society
Economic Empowerment
Making a difference in the lives of young people, which helps lift up the community.
EBLI gives young people who drop out of school a second chance in life to reduce number of joblessness and dependency people.
Each year, 100 young people, with a special preference for young mothers, are sponsored to complete a 4-month computer literacy training.
We provide business skills training to equip young people with the knowledge and tools for how to apply for and attain employment, and how to choose, plan, and run a successful enterprise, be it individually or as a group.
Saving and loaning groups, leadership workshops, and business refresher courses are also provided to further enable economic emancipation.
EBLI sponsors 25 – 50 young people per year to complete the equivalent of 4 years of secondary education in just 2 years, in a program known locally as “QT” or Qualifying Test, for a chance to attain their Form IV certificate.
Meet our students who successfully changed their life
Maisara Haji
After joining EBLI’s Young Mothers Empowerment Project, Maisara Haji gained confidence, entrepreneurship training, digital literacy skills, computer training, and career guidance that helped her secure employment at Point of Culture.
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As a young mother, this opportunity has improved her economic stability and given her renewed hope for the future. Maisara’s journey reflects the life-changing impact of empowering young mothers through mentorship and opportunity.
Hadija Abdul
Through EBLI’s Young Mothers Empowerment Project, Hadija Abdul received mentorship, entrepreneurship training, life skills training, computer training, and digital literacy skills that prepared her for employment.
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Today, she works at a stationery shop, enabling her to support herself and her family with dignity.
Her story highlights the importance of equipping young mothers with skills that create pathways toward independence and self-reliance.
Jael John
Jael John participated in EBLI’s Young Mothers Empowerment Project, where she gained entrepreneurship training, life skills training, computer training, and digital literacy skills.
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Through entrepreneurship activities, savings groups, and small income-generating initiatives introduced during the project, Jael was able to raise capital to start her own stationery business.
Today, she is financially independent and inspiring other vulnerable girls in her community to believe in their potential and work toward a brighter future.
DONATION
EBL is a non-gevermental organization which relies on grants and the generosity of private donors to funds its ongoing operations. If you’re willing to help us maximize reach in helping young people in the community, your support is appreciated.
International Donation
Bank: Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Tanzania Limited
Bank Branch: Mwanza, Tanzania
Bank Account Name: Education for Better Living Organization
Bank Account Number: 3300602742
Swift Code: KCBLTZTZ
Local Donation
Make a donation at the EBLI office. Donations are accepted at our office located in Mecco South, Nyakato, Mwanza, Tanzania.
Our current Donor
We are grateful for the valuable support of VAREM, which enables us to offer young mothers a comprehensive educational program. VAREM has been supporting us for over ten years and we greatly appreciate the long-standing partnership and commitment