Our vision
A world free of poverty where people can use their skills and energies to meet their needs and aspirations.
We believe people should have the opportunity to shape their own futures, make the most of their abilities and work towards the lives they want for themselves and their families.
A world free of poverty is one where people can earn a living, support those they care about and have the freedom to pursue their ambitions. We want to see communities where skills, hard work and opportunity can help people build a more secure future.
Our mission
Tools for Self Reliance supports people to gain the skills and knowledge they need to build resilient livelihoods and thriving communities.
We work alongside local partner organisations in Africa to support vocational training, business development and opportunities to put practical skills into use. In the UK, we support volunteers to learn new skills, share their experience and be part of a community, while working with UK organisations to create further training opportunities.
By working with partners who understand their communities, we support opportunities that can help people build sustainable livelihoods and stronger futures.
Our history
Tools for Self Reliance was founded in 1980 by Glyn Roberts, who wanted to put unwanted tools and practical skills to good use. What began as a small community initiative has grown into an organisation supporting vocational training and sustainable livelihoods across Africa.
Over the years, our work has evolved alongside the needs of our partners, from sending refurbished tools to supporting training, business skills and opportunities for people to build their own working futures. Today, we work with local partner organisations across Ghana, Malawi, Uganda, Zambia, and the UK, combining practical support with training and opportunities to help people build more secure futures.
Donate to support
Donate today and empower communities to create lasting change. Your support provides opportunities that help build brighter, more secure working futures.
