Impact and Results
We follow the progress of the people we support over time, measuring changes in income, food security, education, independence and wellbeing so we can understand what works and be transparent about the impact we achieve.
From surviving to building a future
In April 2026, we began working with a first group of 15 women in the Kasese region of western Uganda.
Many were struggling to provide regular food for their families. Children were missing school because fees could not be paid. Several women had lost their source of income and described feeling fearful, isolated or without hope.
Rather than providing short-term assistance alone, the programme combines emotional support and peer connection with practical support to establish or rebuild small businesses.
Approximately four months later, we returned to understand what had changed.
Women participating - 15
Children attending school from their households - 48
Households reporting ≥2 meals/day - 15/15 (100%)
Women reporting greater confidence and independence - 15/15 (100%)
Key results from first group of women
What changed?
1. Food security
Before: Many households ate once a day or less; some every other day
After: 15/15 households report at least two meals each day
2. Children's education
Before: School fees prevented many children from attending
After: All school-age children in the reported follow-up group were described as attending school
3. Livelihoods
Before: casual labour or little/no reliable income
After: All 15 women operating income-generating activities
4. Emotional wellbeing
Before: Fear, stress, isolation and hopelessness were common
After: Women consistently reported greater calm, hope and confidence
5. Independence
Before: Heavy dependence on others for basic needs
After: Greater ability to provide food, schooling and daily necessities independently
6. Social support
Before: Many women felt isolated
After: A regular peer group now provides encouragement and connection
Progress, not perfection
These families are not yet financially secure. Household budgets remain tight, businesses are still young, and unexpected costs can create serious difficulties.
But after only a few months, the direction of change is clear: more reliable food, children returning to school, functioning businesses and women reporting substantially greater confidence and hope.
Success stories
Robina
Before: an empty shop, children out of school and often only one meal per day.
Now: a stocked shop with customers, two meals a day and both children attending school.
Success stories
Zonet
Before: surviving through exhausting physical labour and struggling to feed her children.
Now: running the shoe business she had always wanted, taking her products directly to mountain villages and supporting her children through her own income.
Success stories
Georgina
Before: deeply isolated and unable to see a future for herself.
Now: managing a 1.5-acre coffee crop, participating in the women's support group and, in her own words,
“I can see my tomorrow.”
How we measure impact
We are developing a consistent baseline and follow-up assessment for every programme participant. At intake and at regular follow-ups, we measure indicators including household income, food security, children's school attendance, business performance, savings and debt, as well as self-reported confidence, stress, hope and financial independence.
As our programmes grow, these results will allow us to report not only how many people we support, but whether their lives are becoming measurably more secure and independent.