Justa “Mama J” Mwaituka and her co-founders created Kiota Women’s Health and Development as a safe “nest” for vulnerable Tanzanian youth.
"I'm now the breadwinner of my family."
“I now practice photography as a career and I get jobs and get paid for it."
"DREAMS has transformed me into a salaried, well-respected, and confident young woman.”
"I will never depend on a man for money."
“I was able to sit for my national exams and proceed with my nursing course because of DREAMS support.”
“I started my business the moment I met DREAMS."
"I have a good job that enables me to take care of my child and family. Thank you DREAMS."
"My life is what I can use to help others, so I have to be a champion. I have to be strong for others.”
“My salon is famous within the community. People are brought to me even if I don’t know them because they know that I am a champion for the victims of sexual violence.”