Programs
Learn a skill. Join a savings group. Get legal support.
Learn a skill that pays
A new sewing or farming skill doesn't pay rent by itself. A woman also needs money to buy supplies and get started.
- Hands-on training in trades people can get hired or start a business with: tailoring, agribusiness, catering
- Basic computer and phone skills for online work like data entry and freelance jobs
Join a savings group
Every training course comes with a savings group attached, so a certificate turns into an actual paycheck, not just a piece of paper.
- Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs), small savings groups where members save together and take turns borrowing
Get legal support and access
Some women are carrying more than money problems: a custody case they can't afford a lawyer for. We run a weekly drop-in clinic where a woman can talk to a pro-bono lawyer. No appointment needed, no fee.
- Free legal help with child support, custody, and land rights cases
These are part of a bigger plan. See our full approach →
Questions women ask us
Who can join a STAIRS program?
Any woman who needs support. It doesn't matter your age, your background, or your marital status. You can ask about joining by calling or sending a WhatsApp message to +254 183 193 281, or by emailing info@stairscbo.com.
Where does STAIRS work?
We work with women across Bungoma County, Kenya, in Bumula, Kanduyi, Sirisia, Kabuchai, Webuye East, Webuye West, Kimilili, Tongaren, and Mt. Elgon sub-counties.
What happens at the weekly skills training?
Women in our program meet every Monday for two hours. The first hour is on business: running and growing an income. The second hour is on mental health.
What is a savings group (VSLA)?
A Village Savings and Loan Association is a small group of members who save together and take turns borrowing from the pool. Every STAIRS training course comes with a savings group attached, so a new skill has the money behind it to turn into real income.
Does legal support cost anything?
No. We run a weekly drop-in clinic where a woman can talk to a pro-bono lawyer about child support, custody, or land rights. No appointment needed, no fee.
How can I support STAIRS?
You can give, volunteer your time and skills, or partner with us. To give by M-Pesa, use Paybill 400200, account number 66890. Your gift helps women learn a skill that pays, save through a savings group, get mental health support, and get free legal help.