JA Mascareignes

✨ This week, we celebrated 102 women in Rodrigues, their resilience, and the incredible journeys that lie ahead.

Through the Goal Accelerator Programme in Rodrigues, these women embraced every opportunity to learn, grow, and believe in their potential over the past three months.

The ceremony was made even more special by heartfelt testimonies from two beneficiaries and beautiful performances of original songs by two talented participants, a wonderful reminder that our aspiring entrepreneurs are also artists, dreamers, and changemakers. 🌸

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated Goal Coaches, our partners, and the Commissioner for Women for joining us in celebrating this inspiring milestone.

Special thanks to Women Win and the Standard Chartered Foundation for their invaluable support in making this programme possible and empowering women to transform their lives and communities in Rodrigues.

JA Mascareignes is an NGO and member of Junior Achievement Worldwide, supporting young people on their journey towards entrepreneurship and employment.

The Standard Chartered Foundation is committed to tackling inequality by empowering underserved young people, especially women and people with disabilities.

Together, we continue to inspire impact and empower the next generation of confident, independent women. 💪

🌸 JA Mascareignes continues to empower young women with the confidence, skills, and inspiration to shape their own futures.

Participants from the Triolet cohort had the privilege of meeting two inspiring women entrepreneurs who generously shared their experiences, challenges, and lessons learned along the way.

🌿 Natacha Boodhoo, Founder of The Womb Creation and author of Levey, invited participants into her creative universe, demonstrating how passion, innovation, and resilience can be transformed into meaningful opportunities.

Through her artistic projects, her entrepreneurial journey, and excerpts from her book, she encouraged participants to embrace their uniqueness and trust their potential.

⭐ Laura Mooneesamy, Founder of Gold Models, inspired the cohort with her personal story of determination and growth. Her message resonated deeply with participants:
"Where we come from does not determine who we will become."

Through practical advice, authentic sharing, and positive energy, Laura reminded participants that confidence, perseverance, and self-belief are powerful tools for shaping their future.

These mentorship sessions are at the heart of the Goal Accelerator program, creating opportunities for young women to connect with role models, gain new perspectives, and envision new possibilities for themselves.

👉 The Goal Accelerator Program supports young women aged 18-35 in building confidence, developing essential life and employability skills, and strengthening their path towards economic independence.

🌍 This program is supported by the Standard Chartered Foundation which is committed to tackling inequality by empowering underserved young people, especially women and people with disabilities.
More info on the foundation: https://www.sc.com/en/about/investing-in-communities/scfoundation/

A new leadership chapter begins at JA Mascareignes 🙌

We are proud to welcome Mr. Roshan Ramoly, Director of LinearArc Solutions, as the new President of JA Mascareignes.

His leadership, vision, and commitment to innovation will help continue our mission of empowering young people through entrepreneurship, leadership, and experiential learning.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Mr. Nicolas Dalais for his dedication and valuable contribution as President, and we are pleased that he will continue supporting JA Mascareignes as Vice President. 🙏

We look forward to this exciting new chapter ahead.

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