JASS Southern Africa

“I believe that in the midst of all that despair, we need to nurture hope in ourselves as women, to believe that we are capable, that it’s possible to do something on behalf of our people.” – Berta Cáceres, 2014 It’s been a troubling week in troubling times. In the face of political fear mongering, people across the world have pulled together and amplified demands for change. Mourning and mobilizing is how love conquers hate.

In the wake of the political and economic crisis in Zimbabwe, women are coming together to address these basic needs collectively – a critical organizing strategy that is laying the groundwork for a future-oriented agenda to advance economic rights and democracy.

No killing is worse than what the government is doing to us right now, by taking away our ability to make a livelihood and take care of our families, they are killing us.’ (Woman Vendor, Zimbabwe)

Prior to joining JASS, Esperance worked for World Web Foundation as Finance Manager then Arterial Network as Finance & Administration Manager. She has worked for other NGOs such as Gender Dynamix, African Monitor, Catholic Welfare and Development(CWD) and has been in NGO sector for more than 10 years and passionate with what she does. She holds a Degree in Accounting &Taxation, a Diploma in Accounting, a Post Graduate Certificate in Education and Human Resources Management Certificate. Esperance is currently pursuing a Masters in Business Administration.