THE ORGANISATION

History

MVTCDC was created in 1999 as a community-based organization committed to liberating local residents from oppression, both social and economic. The founder, Asha K. Mshana, is a retired home-economics teacher who decided to take advantage of her experience and her skills to support vulnerable groups. The centre has grown and developed to welcome 71 students this year.

Mission

MVTCDC is a sustainable organization striving to empower community members – both youths and adults – by cultivating skills that will promote social and economic change.

Objectives

The main objectives of the MVTCDC project are:

• To provide quality education for youths from disadvantaged backgrounds – including orphans and disabled – for them to achieve self-reliance.
• To promote gender equality and women’s rights as legitimate concerns and encourage public support through Mkombozi Women’s Group.
• To encourage artistic talents under the tutelage of Mkombozi Youth Group.

As the community evolves, Mkombozi advances along side it and the programs are constantly progressing and adapting to ensure that together they address the current needs of the community and continue to empower its members.

PEOPLE

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Asha K. Mshana

PLANS FOR THE FUTURE

The future development of Mkombozi VTCDC shall include the following elements:

• Building a hostel with a capacity of 30 visitors and 120 students.
• Creating a community media centre with an extensive library and Internet service.
• Offering space for rent, namely a conference centre and a multi-purpose hall that might be used to host national examinations.
• Expanding the production of the tailoring department as well as the catering services.