Uwisize Jaqueline “Jackie”

Thank you for purchasing a handmade item from Jackie! She earns the profit from each sale. On average, selling just 2-3 items covers her rent for the month.

Jackie graduated from our 2024 JOYFUL sewing program and our . In this program, 15 students studied sewing and were gifted a sewing machine upon graduating, thanks to a generous donor. She also joined our 2025 weaving class and has now learned two trades to help support herself and her kids.

Jackie is a single mother who supports her two children. Her health is a constant struggle for her. She is one of our most talented artisans producing the Joyful products and she works very hard to improve her skills and her life.

We are truly JOYFUL for your support of Jackie and Joyful Kind of Love!