We Celebrated SHINE for International Women’s Day 25

SHINE 2025: A Celebration of Friendship Strength, Dignity, and Hope

On this International Women’s Day, SHINE 2025 radiated with joy, empowerment, and transformation. Gathering 450 incredible women—many from the most disadvantaged backgrounds—this event was far more than a conference. It was a celebration of dignity, resilience, and purpose.

Throughout the day, these women were reminded that their worth is not defined by circumstance, but simply because of who they are. They were affirmed, uplifted, and encouraged to step boldly into their day to day circumstances and futures. Through powerful messages, inspiring testimonies, and heartfelt moments of connection, SHINE 2025 became a beacon of hope.

Laughter and tears intertwined as women danced, shared stories, and embraced the truth that they are not alone. They are seen. They are loved, and valued. They have purpose.

This was not just an event—it was a movement. A reminder that when women are empowered, communities are transformed. The ripple effect of today’s celebration will extend far beyond these walls, shaping families, villages, and generations to come.

As we close this extraordinary day, we carry forward the spirit of SHINE, knowing that each woman who walked through these doors leaves stronger, more confident, loving herself and ready to embrace her God-given destiny.

So excited to be back for another year!

We were excited and filled with anticipation

We are so grateful for our amazing staff team

Happy International Women’s Day! We had a day full of love, affirmation, gratitude, support, celebration and learning.

It was esentially a packed house!

We were thrilled and delighted by the dance and drama performances of our students from 3 of the jungle centres.

We cooked and ate snacks together

Thank you to the team who made this possible - it was a HUGE effort!

Hot, tired, happy and affirmed …at the end of the day, we said our goodbyes.

Thank you SHINE 2025!

God bless you and see you next year!