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Our Story
- 2016 -
Founded by Jessie Ridgeway at 17, African Sisterhood is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to helping young women in Africa pursue education by providing essential feminine hygiene products. In Kenya, 36% of school-aged girls drop out due to a lack of menstrual products, but studies show providing these resources reduces the drop-out rate to just 8%.
While on safari in 2016, Jessie learned of the struggles girls in rural Kenya face managing menstruation. This experience inspired her to create a solution, as many families couldn’t afford these products, forcing girls to miss school and, tragically, often become childhood brides. Jessie returned to the U.S. determined to help, developing a reusable pad kit and system that enables girls to manage their cycles and stay in school.
- 2019 -
Distribution locations
Secondary Coed School - Narok County, Kenya
Imani Children's Home - Narok, Kenya
Siyiapei Children's Home - Narok County, Kenya
Secondary school and Tasaru Rescue Home - Kenya
Maasai coed school - Narok County, Kenya
Over 1,000 feminine hygiene products handed delivered in Kenya.
- 2020 -
Senator Tom Umber
2020 Women Of Distinction Award
Jessie is honored to be nominated for this prestigious award.
https://sd34.senate.ca.gov/event/2020-women-distinction
-2020-
Stitched at the Heart a documentary film about the
evolution of African Sisterhood. Canceled due to Covid.
-2022-
Founded in 2005, African Sisterhood has been dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging and unity among community members for over a decade.
-Today-
Founded in 2005, African Sisterhood has been dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging and unity among community members for over a decade.
Impact Overview
Kits Delivered
Locations Reached
Kits Delivered
We hand delivered every kit to women in Africa
Pads Made
Locations Reached
Kits Delivered
Our volunteers hand make every pad. starting from fabric, each piece is cut and sewn together for the best quality and longevity
Locations Reached
Locations Reached
Locations Reached
currently only serving Kenya Africa. hoping for growth and outreach to all of Africa.
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