Success Story: Zippy Mwikali

From rebuilding confidence to building a small business

Today, Zippy Mwikali is known in her community as a successful business owner. Her small shoe shop serves families seeking affordable, quality footwear in her neighborhood and beyond. Customers know her for honesty, warm service, and consistency. Few people know that behind the confident entrepreneur is a woman who once struggled with the effects of gender-based violence. The abuse had eroded her confidence and made her believe that she had no power to make decisions for herself. Everything changed when Zippy joined Heavenly Goshen's Women's Empowerment Program. Through entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and psychosocial support, she began to see herself not as defined by past circumstances, but as a woman with potential and purpose. With the knowledge and confidence she gained, Zippy started a small shoe business.

What began with a few pairs of shoes has grown into a reliable source of income for her family.

Zippy's story reflects Heavenly Goshen's mission of restoring hope and empowering women to live with dignity and purpose. Through holistic support, women are equipped with business skills and empowered to become confident leaders who strengthen their families and communities