Empowering women across Malawi
Our programme is a core part of our operations and our goal of helping women to fight the effects of HIV/AIDS by tackling poverty, which is a key driver of HIV/AIDS in Malawi and most parts of the world.
Youth programmes were established in 2015 and now there are 30 youth support groups. They are comprised of girls that are infected and those that are not infected by the virus.
MASYAP’s 31 women’s support groups meet regularly and consist of members that are infected, affected and not affected women.
In addition to Murabaha, MASYAP is actively supporting support group members through the Qarde Hassana Program.
In October 2024, Mai Aisha Sisters and Youth AIDS Programme (MASYAP) extended its outreach efforts by visiting 12 support groups across Zomba, Thyolo, and Blantyre districts.
In partnership with the Muslim World League, MASYAP provided essential food support to 200 households facing severe food shortages due to the ongoing hunger crisis in Malawi.
MASYAP remains committed to supporting its microfinance beneficiaries by visiting their places of business to assess their environments and offer guidance.
On September 9th, 2024, MASYAP received a generous donation from the Muslim World League. Puzzle-solving games were distributed to 11 children from MASYAP’s support groups.
Two chairladies’ meetings were held for both women and youth support groups. These meetings focused on the theme of strengthening support through active listening and collaboration.
In September 2024, the MASYAP women and youth coordinators, together with the HIV Testing Services (HTS) Provider, conducted a series of visits to various women and youth support groups.
On August 1 and 9, 2024, MASYAP made a meaningful impact in the lives of 690 vulnerable women and youth by distributing food relief packs generously donated by the Muslim World League and Road-To-Relief.
MASYAP conducted school fees entry exams for secondary school students to identify deserving beneficiaries for its educational support program.
In parallel, MASYAP engaged with the microfinance support groups by visiting members actively running businesses.