SISTER ROSEMARY

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SEWING HOPE ORPHAN VILLAGE & TAILORING SCHOOL, UGANDA

Sister Rosemary has been a beacon of light to her community for over 20 years by living a life that defines hope. Becoming a CNN hero in 2007 and one of Times 100 Most Influential People in 2014, she has been recognized for her work transforming the lives of women and children in Northern Uganda.

In 2015, Assist International was honored to come alongside Sister Rosemary and her team to build ten homes and a school to provide vulnerable orphan children and women with a safe and loving family, access to healthcare and education, and the opportunity to pursue their dreams!

Sister Rosemary has been a beacon of light to her community for over 20 years by living a life that defines hope. Becoming a CNN hero in 2007 and one of Times 100 Most Influential People in 2014, she has been recognized for her work transforming the lives of young women and children in Northern Uganda by creating a safe atmosphere for healing through educational opportunities.

In 2015, Assist International was honored to come alongside Sister Rosemary and her team to build ten homes and a school to provide orphan children and women with a safe and loving family, access to healthcare and education, and the opportunity to pursue their dreams!

How We Do It

THE IMPACT

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FAMILY-CENTERED HOMES

Many orphaned and vulnerable children facing emergency situations do not have access to safe living conditions. Our family-style homes serve as a safe, loving, and healthy environment for children to call home. Assist International has partnered with Sister Rosemary to build ten homes and a school. We are also in the process of completing a medical clinic to continue supporting her vision to provide housing, education, and medical care for children, young women, and refugees in Northern Uganda.

OPPORTUNITY

Today, 493 million women are unable to read. Unfortunately, the opportunity for an education in resource-constrained settings is often limited or does not exist. Assist International was honored to build the Sewing Hope School so that girls in Northern Uganda have the opportunity to gain an education.

Because of supporters like you, girls like Theresa (pictured left) are learning how to read and write, tutor their friends, and carry hope for a bright future!

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SUSTAINABILITY

At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sewing Hope needed an immediate emergency food supply and a sustainable long-term solution. We launched the farming initiative to combat the severe effects of hunger and malnutrition. Together, we located acreage in a nearby district where a locust plague devastated their region and was expected to migrate to surrounding areas.

Today, Sewing Hope continues to plant and harvest an abundance of corn, rice, and more to feed the children living at Sewing Hope as well as store food for the future! 

VOCATIONAL TRAINING

As a young mother, Doreen (pictured right) is determined to make a life for herself and her son. While studying tailoring full-time at Sewing Hope, Doreen also works over the weekend to care for her family. When asked why she wants to become a tailor, Doreen replied, “If I am able to finish tailoring school it would mean I finally have something of my own, and an income I can rely on.” When you give, you can provide young women like Doreen the opportunity she needs to learn new skills, build her own business, and provide for her family!
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How We Do It

THE IMPACT

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OPPORTUNITY

Today, 493 million women are unable to read. Unfortunately, the opportunity for an education in resource-constrained settings is often limited or does not exist. Assist International was honored to build the Sewing Hope School so that girls in Northern Uganda have the opportunity to attend school.

Because of supporters like you, girls like Theresa (pictured left) are learning how to read and write, tutor their friends, and have hope for a bright future!

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FAMILY-CENTERED HOMES

Many orphaned and vulnerable children facing emergency situations do not have access to safe living conditions. Our family-style homes serve as a safe, loving, and healthy environment for children to call home. Assist International has partnered with Sister Rosemary to build ten homes and a school. We are also in the process of completing a medical clinic to continue supporting her vision to provide housing, education, and care for children, young women, and refugees in Northern Uganda.
Harvest

SUSTAINABILITY

At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Sewing Hope needed an immediate emergency food supply and a sustainable long-term solution. We launched the farming initiative to combat the severe effects of hunger and malnutrition. Together, we located acreage in a nearby district where a locust plague devastated their region and was expected to migrate to surrounding areas.

Today, Sewing Hope continues to harvest an abundance of corn, rice, and more to feed the children living at Sewing Hope as well as store food for the future! 

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VOCATIONAL TRAINING

As a young mother, Doreen (pictured right) is determined to make a life for herself and her son. While studying tailoring full-time at Sewing Hope, Doreen also works over the weekend to care for her family. When asked why she wants to become a tailor, Doreen replied, “If I am able to finish tailoring school it would mean I finally have something of my own, and an income I can rely on.” When you give to Assist International, you provide young women like Doreen the opportunity she needs to learn new skills, build her own business, and provide for her family!

“Education and literacy are the best tools for empowerment, especially in post-conflict situations. The most important way to empower women is by putting their destiny in their own hands!”

— Sr. Rosemary Nyirumbe, Sewing Hope Children’s Village, Uganda

SEE THE IMPACT

Together with Sister Rosemary, we are making a difference in the lives of women through educational opportunities, meeting real needs, and ensuring they are able to live healthy, abundant lives.

Check out this video from one of our volunteers, offering a glimpse into Sister Rosemary’s tailoring school in Uganda!

News & Stories

Check out our blog to read some of the incredible stories that inspire us every day!

Sewing Hope Book and Documentary

Sister Rosemary Nyirumbe’s inspiring story is told in Sewing Hope, a documentary produced by filmmaker Derek Watson and narrated by Oscar winner Forest Whitaker, and a book of the same name co-authored by Reggie Whitten, co-founder of Pros for Africa, and professional writer Nancy Henderson (Dust Jacket Press, 2013). All proceeds from book sales go to help the girls at St. Monica’s.

Make A Donation

SUPPORT
SEWING HOPE

Assist International is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization since 1990 (ID: 77-0243475). All donations are tax deductible where allowed by law.

Donate By Check

Donations via check or money order may be given by mail. Please make donations payable to “Assist International” and indicate any designations on the memo line.

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Ripon, CA 95366

Donate By Phone

Call (209) 599-1890 to make a donation by phone. Someone from our team will assist you and answer any questions you may have about your donation.

Financial Accountability

95% of every donation goes directly into our programs that address the needs of the world’s vulnerable people. We value the trust you have placed in our organization, and we strive for the highest financial accountability ratings.

Make A Donation

SUPPORT
SEWING HOPE

Assist International is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization since 1990 (ID: 77-0243475). All donations are tax deductible where allowed by law.

Donate By Check

Donations via check or money order may be given by mail. Please make donations payable to “Assist International” and indicate any designations on the memo line.

Assist International
800 South Stockton Avenue
Ripon, CA 95366

Donate By Phone

Call (209) 599-1890 to make a donation by phone. Someone from our team will assist you and answer any questions you may have about your donation.

Financial Accountability

95% of every donation goes directly into our programs that address the needs of the world’s vulnerable people. We value the trust you have placed in our organization, and we strive for the highest financial accountability ratings.

Assist International provides life-giving solutions for children, families, and communities around the world that bring health, opportunity, and hope.