" There is never really a dull moment when working with WORTH groups. Every group visit is a highlight. The activities women do are nothing out of the ordinary.
It is the usual banking, reading and discussion of social issues that
happens at every meeting. But it is the manner in which they do these
things which is exceptional and extraordinary.
Their characters have evolved so much since they first became WORTH members. Where they were once timid, they are now courageous. Where they once perceived themselves as weak, they have now realized that they are strong.
Because of this self discovery they now do things with a confidence that is truly amazing. A good example of this is the way they conduct a banking session. Whereas when they were starting out it used to be haphazard, now they are orderly, precise and procedural- as if it were a real bank. I just watch and say Wow!
The transformation that WORTH women have undergone, this transformation I have seen with my very own eyes as a Zambian woman, has had a very defining impact on me. Seeing women being able to do things that they never thought possible and doing these things exceptionally for that matter has made me grow in self confidence. I say to myself, If these women in less fortunate circumstances than me can move mountains, what more I, who is better placed then them?”
Their courage, a courage to get up and work towards changing their destiny, has made me grow in ways they could never even imagine.
A big salute to all the women in the WORTH program world wide. To all WORTH women who have an opportunity to read this, thanks for making me courageous. I love you all and keep on keeping on!"
-Chiluba Mumba
Assistant Coordinator in PCI/Pact WORTH program
Chongwe, Zambia
For more information about WORTH, please visit our website at: http://www.worthwomen.org
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