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 Rose Mmbaga CEO of  Kijana Initiaitve Organization

Supporting Youth Development and Job Creation World Wide

Empower Africa, uplift lives, build brighter futures together.

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<h3><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://tz.linkedin.com/in/rose-mmbaga-9133954b?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">Rose Mmbaga</a></h3>MISSION: Youth and Women Empowerment 🇹🇿5moThe full story can be found in this blog: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.edolandwehr.com/blog/2016/9/12/360-of-life-rose">https://www.edolandwehr.com/blog/2016/9/12/360-of-life-rose</a> Thank you, <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="link" href="https://nl.linkedin.com/in/edolandwehr?trk=public_post_comment-text">Edo Landwehr</a>, <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="link" href="https://uk.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-beighton-5b308a110?trk=public_post_comment-text">Rochelle Beighton</a>, and <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="link" href="https://uk.linkedin.com/in/minhazabedin?trk=public_post_comment-text">Minhaz Abedin</a>, for sharing this journey with me. A special shoutout to everyone who shared this experience—so many 360 people I can’t name you all, but you know who you are. Grateful for my mentors, SDG facilitators, and my amazing SDG 13 team. And of course, a big thank you to Chris for initiating this program. Excited to see what the future holds!<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_like">Like</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer comment__reply" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reply">Reply</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__reactions-count font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis border-l-1 border-solid border-color-border-low-emphasis pl-1 mx-1" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reactions">4&nbsp;Reactions</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://in.linkedin.com/in/jagriti-chowdhury-4517b32b?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">Jagriti Chowdhury</a>Teacher4moThanks for sharing<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_like">Like</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer comment__reply" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reply">Reply</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__reactions-count font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis border-l-1 border-solid border-color-border-low-emphasis pl-1 mx-1" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reactions">1&nbsp;Reaction</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://tz.linkedin.com/in/alimia-libela?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">Alimia Libela</a>LL.B. Final-Year Student | Legal Advocacy &amp; Human Rights Enthusiast | Student Leader | Published Legal Researcher | International Law &amp; Policy Focus | Advocate for Community Development &amp; Equality5moAmazing!<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_like">Like</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer comment__reply" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reply">Reply</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__reactions-count font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis border-l-1 border-solid border-color-border-low-emphasis pl-1 mx-1" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reactions">2&nbsp;Reactions</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://uk.linkedin.com/in/chrisjarnold?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">Chris Arnold</a>Founder &amp; Lead <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://MadeImpact.org">MadeImpact.org</a> (2024)💥. Founder &amp; Trustee <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://CampLeaders.com">CampLeaders.com</a> &amp; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://SmallerEarthGroup.com">SmallerEarthGroup.com</a> (1998)🌎. Founder <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://WorldMerit.org">WorldMerit.org</a> (2010)🌍. Leader in international cultural exchange and youth development.5moLove this, Rose!<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_like">Like</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer comment__reply" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reply">Reply</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__reactions-count font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis border-l-1 border-solid border-color-border-low-emphasis pl-1 mx-1" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reactions">3&nbsp;Reactions</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://tz.linkedin.com/in/david-kitinya-4744a3222?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">David Kitinya</a>Youth Advocate for Sustainability|Agribusiness Programmer|Zone Youth Advisory|SRHR &amp; Green Economy|Climate Change Champion and Gender Equity5moSounds really insightful, I will definitely join you<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_like">Like</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer comment__reply" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reply">Reply</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__reactions-count font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis border-l-1 border-solid border-color-border-low-emphasis pl-1 mx-1" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reactions">2&nbsp;Reactions</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://tz.linkedin.com/in/gibson-gervas-garaga-0a3251bb?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">GIBSON GERVAS GARAGA</a>Experienced Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) at Second Chance Tanzania (SCT)5moExciting 🔥<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_like">Like</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer comment__reply" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reply">Reply</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__reactions-count font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis border-l-1 border-solid border-color-border-low-emphasis pl-1 mx-1" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reactions">2&nbsp;Reactions</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://tz.linkedin.com/in/stephano-msuya-31a007101?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">Stephano Msuya</a>Planning Officer | Project Management &amp; M&amp;E Specialist | Co-Founder &amp; Chairperson | Advocate for Sustainable Agriculture and Community Development| Public and Private Consultant #Tanzania4moVery insightful Rose<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_like">Like</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer comment__reply" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reply">Reply</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__reactions-count font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis border-l-1 border-solid border-color-border-low-emphasis pl-1 mx-1" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reactions">2&nbsp;Reactions</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://zm.linkedin.com/in/mary-hildah-chirwa-448465323?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">Mary Hildah Chirwa</a>Ambassador at Kijana Initiative Movement | Author | Future Pharmacist | Aspiring Forbes Self-Made Woman4moWorth attending!<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_like">Like</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__action inline-block font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis cursor-pointer comment__reply" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reply">Reply</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="comment__reactions-count font-sans text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis border-l-1 border-solid border-color-border-low-emphasis pl-1 mx-1" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Elinkedin%2Ecom%2Fposts%2Frose-mmbaga-9133954b_ecosocyouth-merit360-ecosoc-activity-7313559897864863744-k3y9&amp;trk=public_post_comment_reactions">2&nbsp;Reactions</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-sm link-styled no-underline leading-open comment__author truncate pr-6" href="https://ng.linkedin.com/in/aisha-sani-abubakar?trk=public_post_comment_actor-name">Aisha Sani Abubakar ,Pmp</a>I Help Businesses Grow with Purpose | Partnerships Specialist | UN SDG Advocate | Focused on SDG 5 - Gender Equality4moYour story is truly inspirational, and I feel so motivated to keep pushing forward. I’ll definitely be coming for lessons, Queen! The session was incredibly insightful, and I’m genuinely glad I was a part of it. Thank you for sharing your light <a target="_self" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="link" href="https://tz.linkedin.com/in/rose-mmbaga-9133954b?trk=public_post_comment-text">Rose Mmbaga</a>

Kijana Initiative: Bridging Hearts and Communities in Tanzania

is the Executive Director at Kijana Initiative, specializing in building partnerships and mobilizing resources to support African community charity programs in Dar Es Salaam.

Rose Mmbaga

Founder &amp; CEO

(Sample Bio) Juma serves as the Program Manager, overseeing the planning and execution of charitable projects with a focus on sustainable development and impactful community engagement in Tanzania.

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<h3>Our Commitment to Sustainable Development</h3>

Building a Brighter Future: Kijana Initiative's Impact on African Communities

At Kijana Initiative, based in Tanzania, we are dedicated to uplifting African communities through charity and sustainable development. Join us in making a meaningful difference and fostering hope and growth across the continent.

KIO Empowering Communities Together

Providing training and mentorship to equip young people with skills for employment and entrepreneurship in Dar Es Salaam.

Youth Empowerment Programs

Organizing health camps and awareness campaigns to improve access to healthcare in underserved communities.

Community Health Outreach

Engaging communities in tree planting and clean-up campaigns to protect the local environment.

Environmental Conservation Projects

Supporting women with skills training and microloans to start small businesses.

Women’s Economic Empowerment

Distributing food aid and promoting sustainable farming practices to combat hunger.

Food Security Initiatives

Offering scholarships, school supplies, and tutoring to help children succeed academically.

She wouldn’t let anyone touch the tab, she held it like it’s her best friend. I saw a future systems engineer, or maybe a web developer - time will tell.

Educational Support

Kijana Initiative Services

Understanding agricultural and environmental needs 

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Kijana Initiative

Empowering Tanzania's Future Together

Discover how Kijana Initiative is transforming lives in Tanzania. Join us in creating sustainable change and empowering the youth for a brighter tomorrow. Together, we build stronger communities and inspire hope.

<h3>Our Expertise in Community Development</h3>

Empowering Communities through Compassion and Action at Kijana Initiative

<h3>Championing Holistic Community Development</h3>

Kijana Initiative: Transforming Lives with Sustainable Solutions in Tanzania

Uniting Hearts, Transforming Lives

Empowering Women , Sharing one story at a time. The Story you never Heard !

<h3>Basic Info Needed from Members</h3>Questions about your Perspective towards creating effective and efficient use of all members weekly and monthly time1.As we begin this partnership, what strengths or experiences do you feel you can most contribute to Kijana Initiative's mission, and how would you like to be involved in shaping our direction over the next year? 2.Are there any areas within our current strategy or programs that you believe we should prioritize as a board?” 3. What would help you be most effective in your role with us? 4.Do you have any immediate ideas, contacts, or opportunities we could explore to increase our reach or impact? 5.How often would you like to be updated or engaged in organizational activities outside of formal board meetings?<h3></h3>

Data Gathering Section

Taken on a trip in 2016 with World Vision to Sierra Leone.
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See all the photos in this set at: https://unsplash.com/collections/1329084/free-photos-of-sierra-leone

Pictures from an outreach organized by WEFEED (an initiative that feeds over 1000 kids every year)

Discover how Kijana Initiative transforms lives in the Dar Es Salaam community through dedicated charity work. Join us in making a lasting impact by supporting local African communities. Together, we build a brighter future for all.