Out Of Shadows

For more than ten years, Shamimu lived in silence  trapped in an abusive marriage that stole her laughter, her peace, and her confidence. Every day was a battle she faced quietly, hoping that somehow things would get better. But they never did.

When the pain became unbearable, Shamimu made the hardest decision of her life  she walked away. She left behind everything she knew, carrying only her children and the hope for a better tomorrow. Becoming a single mother wasn’t easy. She faced judgment, rejection, and endless nights wondering how she would feed her little ones.

Her life began to change when she found her way to Child Care Foundation’s Economic Empowerment Program. For the first time, someone truly listened to her story  not with pity, but with belief in her potential. Through the program, Shamimu received training in small business management and sustainable farming. She started growing and selling vegetables  tomatoes, avocados, carrots  small steps that began to restore her dignity and independence.

Today, when you meet Shamimu at her stall, you’re greeted with her bright smile  the kind that tells a story of courage, healing, and strength. She proudly says she doesn’t regret being a single mother, because now she stands tall, providing for her children with her own hands.

 “For years, I thought I was worthless,” she says softly. “But Child Care Foundation helped me see that I am strong, that I can build a life for myself and my children. I am no longer a victim  I am a survivor.”