About Us - Twajali

Our Values

Empathy: we approach our work with compassion and understanding, recognizing the challenges and aspirations of the communities we serve.
Innovation: we embrace creative solutions and innovative approaches to address complex issues, always seeking better ways to serve our mission.
Sustainability: we are committed to sustainable practices, ensuring that our initiatives have a lasting and positive impact on the environment and the people in our communities.
Inclusivity: we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and all individuals are respected, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Quality education: we believe in the transformative power of education to break the cycle of poverty and empower individuals to create a better future for themselves and their communities.

OUR VISION

Vision

we aspire to create a world where marginalized youth from slums are not just survivors, but are seen as potential contributors to the economic and social development of their communities.

MISSION

Mission

Our mission is to enhance the skills and capabilities of youth living in slums through holistic training in experiential learning methods using hospitality management as a tool.

Goal

Our goal is to have a society where marginalized youth transit to be responsible citizens contributing to the development of society.

Aim

Equip marginalized youth and youth from the slums with tools and skills to be able to pursue and explore any opportunity in but not limited to hospitality industry.

TWAJALI

Project Objectives

To provide a holistic skills training program designed to equip beneficiaries with skill sets, that enable create their own space within and outside the job market.
To provide training and support in social entrepreneurship skills, specifically designed to promote sustainable income-generating activities (IGAs) and small medium, and micro-enterprises (SMEs) as a means of livelihood.
To establish Clubs and innovation hubs that will support the betterment of program beneficiaries beyond the duration of specific projects.
To foster the development of essential life skills, including communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork and emotional excellence.

Program Components

1. Life Skills development- the training sessions will be delivered through case studies, role plays, group work, debates, open discussions, and individual engagement to enhance important competencies such as problem-solving, decision-making, communication, conflict management, leadership, emotional intelligence, and teamwork.

2. Innovation and creativity: We believe that marginalized youth are naturally open to adapting to changes whether positive or negative. This ability makes them equally able to dream, recreate, and innovate new environments. Trainees will get a chance to think freely and to question the status quo of the current hotel industry, which opens a door for them to envision more human-friendly tourism, that values customers, workers, and the environment.

3. Technical skills training – we offer a wide range of tailored technical skills including food and beverage production and service, front office operations, events management, international relations, Tours and tourism management, housekeeping and laundry operations, Computer literacy, basics in building and construction repair and maintenance of renewable energy, plumbing, water management,

4. On-job training and apprenticeship – Through field exposure visits, trainees acquire opportunities within the hotel industry during and immediately after training. This gives them detailed and real exposure, first-hand experience, and a chance to put into practice what they have learned.

5. Exit plan - we foster the natural ability of youth to be curious and open to new ideas and we enhance skills that can be useful in any area of work. This is achieved through mentorship programs after apprenticeship, and the formation social clubs and innovation hubs