This week, the Strong Girls United Women a Community Base Organization (CBO) in Sierra Leone have intensified their efforts in collaboration with Labelle’s Gara Fashion to empower women.

Their focus has been on providing crucial support for women to learn the art of Gara tie dying, a skill that not only showcases cultural heritage but also holds significant economic potential.

Gara tie dying is not merely a craft; it’s a gateway for women to achieve self-employment and financial independence.

The CEO of Strong Girls United Women, Dorah Rains, expressed her gratitude to the donors who’ve supported this initiative, acknowledging that gara tie dying presents a lucrative opportunity for women. Rains emphasized the economic significance of this skill, as it not only contributes to the cultural fabric of the nation but also aids in the overall economic development of the community.

Rains further highlighted that gara tie dying enables women to become self-employed entrepreneurs and managers of their own businesses. By mastering this craft, women can take charge of their economic destinies and foster their financial stability.

The collaboration with various organizations marks a collective effort to train and equip women with the necessary skills, enabling them to harness the potential of gara tie dying. Beyond the technical expertise, these initiatives also offer support in marketing, business management, and financial literacy, ensuring a comprehensive approach to women’s empowerment through this traditional craft.

The impact of this initiative goes beyond individual women, contributing to the economic growth of Sierra Leone as a whole. By supporting women in becoming financially self-sufficient through gara tie dying, the Strong Girls United Women aim to create a more inclusive and economically empowered society, one woman at a time.