Imagine that you’re invited to a training course that could help you start a business, grow your livelihood or improve your financial inclusion. But there’s a problem - the materials are pages of written notes and you never had the chance to go to school. How do you feel? Would you stay? Would you be confident contributing?

As a child, Amie Sedie did not go to school because her parents could not afford it, leaving her unable to learn to read and write. vibrant markets, and a resilient population. However, daily life here is marked by significant socio-economic challenges, especially for women in rural areas many of whom have limited literacy.

Located in the Eastern Province of Sierra Leone, Kenema District is home to rich cultural heritage, vibrant markets, and a resilient population. However, daily life here is marked by significant socio-economic challenges, especially for women in rural areas many of whom have limited literacy.

During a few months in Sierra Leone, almost three times the UK's annual rainfall will happen. While this is essential for crops to grow, it has a negative impact on many people, especially in rural communities.programme participants safe during the current Mpox outbreak

The facilitators delivering Prosper’s training have been taking simple steps to keep themselves and programme participants safe during the current Mpox outbreak

Adama Mansaray used to sell cooked rice as a restaurant or cookery type business - she didn’t know how to manage her money or her business.

Prosper’s facilitators know how important security of income is as they are living examples of the difference it makes.

Women often act as powerful multipliers of development support because of the roles they play and the choices they make

Alpha is project manager of Prosper's Sierra Leone operation

Regular savings and knowing how to spot opportunities for expansion have improved her prospects

Prosper built a solution offering practical, image-based training that helps women strengthen their informal businesses.

Working with women in disadvantaged communities in Sierra Leone and understanding the barriers to saving effectively, Prosper has developed a tailored savings bank model.

Being able to save is an essential component in moving from poverty to a more secure future, yet safe, effective methods have not been readily available to women in Sierra Leone

Hassan is one of Prosper's most experienced trainers in Sierra Leone

Generations of women failed by Sierra Leone's education system

Poor transport links create challenges to Prosper's trainers.

Nancy is one of Prosper's longest-standing trainers in Sierra Leone

Jeneba Quee learned how to thrive thanks to Prosper's image-based business training

Watta’s story shows how female relatives are often forced to look after family members, even when times are hard and they lack the...

A safe way to save and rituals at the heart of the community in Sierra Leone