heshima, n. (Swahili).
respect; honor; dignity
respect; honor; dignity
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Rebuilding communities
one girl at a time.
Learn about the crisis
An estimated 600,000 refugees live in Kenya, and over 100,000 are displaced in Nairobi. Unaccompanied and separated children and youth are the most invisible. Learn how Heshima Kenya is providing a lifeline for girls and young women.
The Maisha Collective
Every hand dyed scarf made by a member of the Maisha Collective is unique and provides a future for economic independence. Find out more about how to purchase a scarf and to support the project.
Empowering young women
Learn more about our innovative informal education program that empowers refugee young women to rebuild their lives and gain skills for self-sufficiency.