Women's Upcycling Collective
Empowering women to transform waste into wealth, earning Bitcoin while protecting the environment
Program Overview
The Women's Upcycling Collective empowers women in Kibera with skills, tools, and markets to create valuable products from waste materials. Through comprehensive training in sewing, craftsmanship, and design, participants learn to transform discarded fabrics, plastics, and other materials into beautiful, sellable products.
By combining traditional crafts with modern Bitcoin commerce, we're creating sustainable income opportunities while reducing environmental waste. Women earn Bitcoin for their creations, building financial independence and contributing to the circular economy.
What We Provide
Skills Training & Equipment
Comprehensive instruction in sewing, pattern making, design, and upcycling techniques. Access to sewing machines, tools, and materials to practice and create products.
Bitcoin Commerce Training
Education on Bitcoin wallets, accepting payments, and managing earnings. Women learn to receive payments directly in Bitcoin for their products.
Market Access & Sales Support
Connection to local and international markets, online sales platforms, and marketing support. We help participants price, photograph, and sell their products.
Material Sourcing Network
Access to waste collection partners providing steady supply of materials: fabrics, plastics, metals, and other recyclables for creative transformation.
What We Create
Program Journey
Recruitment & Orientation
Women from Kibera apply to join the program. We conduct orientation sessions covering program goals, expectations, and opportunities.
8-Week Skills Training
Intensive hands-on training in sewing techniques, upcycling methods, design principles, and quality standards. Participants create their first products.
Bitcoin & Business Training
Education on Bitcoin fundamentals, wallet management, pricing strategies, customer service, and sales techniques for both online and offline markets.
Production & Sales
Graduates receive equipment kits and begin producing products independently. We provide ongoing mentorship, material access, and sales support.
Our Goals
20 Women by 2026
Scale from 7 to 20 active participants, creating sustainable income for more women in Kibera.
Dedicated Workshop Space
Establish a permanent workshop with equipment, storage, and retail space for collective operations.
International Markets
Connect with global buyers interested in ethical, upcycled fashion and support export opportunities.
Environmental Impact
Divert 5 tons of waste annually from landfills through creative upcycling and sustainable practices.
Support Women's Empowerment
Your donation provides training, equipment, and materials for women to build sustainable businesses through upcycling, earning Bitcoin while protecting the environment.