Banking on Empowerment: Co-operative Bank and the Women Who Dare to Dream.

Co-operative bank employee training

True empowerment doesn’t happen in isolation, it grows stronger through partnership. At Kianda Foundation, we’ve seen the incredible things that happen when institutions open their doors and hearts to community transformation. One such partnership that shone brightly this year was with the Co-operative Bank of Kenya during the Kangemi Fanikisha Cohort.

Co-operative bank employee awarding a certificate

Co-operative Bank went beyond financial support ; they shared wisdom and tools for growth. Their class on financial management gave our women the confidence to take control of their businesses, their savings, and their future. The session opened a world of possibilities, practical banking solutions, guidance for small business owners, and the reassurance that financial empowerment is within reach for everyone.

And when the cohort finally celebrated their graduation, Co-operative Bank showed up in person and in spirit. Their presence added warmth and meaning to the occasion, a beautiful reminder that empowerment is most powerful when it’s shared.

Co-operative bank employee awarding a certificate

At Kianda Foundation, we are deeply grateful for partners like Co-operative Bank, who don’t just talk about empowerment, they live it. Together, we’re building a movement where women are not only trained but also equipped with the financial knowledge to stand tall as entrepreneurs and changemakers in their communities.

To Co-operative Bank, thank you for believing in women, in growth, and in the ripple effect of empowerment. Your partnership has shown that when institutions and communities come together, transformation is not just possible, it’s inevitable.