Chifundo (Chichewe) and Chanasa (Yao) both mean Compassion which is the basis and motivation for what we do as a charity, both here in the UK and in Malawi. This is who we are:
We reach out to women in Malawi who are experiencing financial hardship for themselves and their families.
Sustainable fashion, accessories, and household products are made and sold with women receiving fair payments and training in tailoring.
Profits are used to fund Higher and Technical Education for girls and women.
With partnerships and Women's Enterprise to bring educational and economic empowerment to girls and women in Malawi.
Through selling Chanasa products, creating new products, leading workshops, sharing skills, raising funds and by making visits.
During June and July 2021 Chisawani school has received the Lotus Project. 260 girls received packs and training on Menstrual Health Management from some of the Chanasa Group leaders. Read more...
The latest barrel has arrived at Soche East in Blantyre. It left Chester on 7 April 2021 and went in a container with many others and other items, travelled by sea to a port in Namibia, and then by truck across land until it reached Malawi. Read more...
BAFTS Fair Trade Network UK is a network of independent shops and suppliers dedicated to promoting Fair Trade retail in the UK. BAFTS provides a structure of accountability to its members who adhere to the 10 Principles of Fair Trade as set out by the World Fair Trade Organisaton. Click here for more information...
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