AFGHAN WOMAN’S SEWING CLASS CELEBRATION

On December 6, 2024, the Afghan Support Program proudly celebrated the achievements of the first cohort of graduates from the Afghan Women’s Sewing Class. Held at the Internationa Institute, the ceremony marked a significant milestone in empowering Afghan women in St Louis through skill-building and entrepreneurship

The Afghan Women's Sewing Class, launched on September 23, 2024, in collaboration with the International Institute St Louis and Afghan Support Program aims to teach Afghan women practical sewing skills and provide them with the tools to start their own businesses The program, which also includes a financial literacy class, is designed to support the participants not only in learning the technical aspects of sewing but also in understanding key financial processes, budgeting, and the steps to open their own businesses.