We have been nominated for the 30th annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards
About Us
Our Purpose
Our mission is to support organizations committed to transformative development by integrating trauma-informed and decolonial approaches into their work.
We offer a range of services tailored to meet the needs of social enterprises and development-focused organizations.
Our services are geared towards supporting organizations committed to doing development differently and driving sustainable development with innovative solutions.
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Trauma-Informed and Decolonial Practices
We recognize the impact of trauma and create safe, supportive environments to facilitate healing and engagement.
Key Benefits:
- Promotes Recovery
- Enhances Participation
- Builds Trust and Resilience
- Maximizes Participant Potential
Decolonial Practices
By addressing historical and systemic inequalities, we ensure that our methods respect local knowledge and promote equitable power dynamics.
Key Benefits:
- Ensures Inclusive Development
- Integrates Local Insights
- Supports Sustainable Solutions
Our Services
- Business Development
- Grant Writing
- Donor Contract Review and Negotiation
- Project Start-up Support
- Project Implementation Support
- Donor Reporting
- Gender Integration Technical Support
- Workshops Design and Facilitation
Our Unique Approach
Our commitment to trauma-informed and decolonial practice is central to our work. These methodologies are essential for fostering environments where all individuals can participate fully and equitably.
Sharon Njobo, Founder & CEO, FireStarter IDEAS
Our Founder and CEO, Sharon Njobo, was nominated for the 30th annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards.
The RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards is the premier national awards program celebrating the achievements of the most successful in this inspiring group. Now in its 30th year, tens of thousands have been nominated and over 200 women have taken home the top awards for demonstrating excellence — from economic growth to social change, from local to global reach, across multiple sectors.
Sharon has in recent years utilized her great convening power and her unwavering support for women to establish several women-owned companies in North America. Her financial inclusion work has elevated informal women's savings clubs into legally registered and profitable business enterprises wholly owned by African immigrant women. Sharon has over the years delivered a series of in-person events, online discussions, all relating to financial inclusion and women empowerment, bringing together thousands of women. Her efforts at investing in women have encouraged women to invest in real estate in foreign markets, removing barriers to entry for many women constrained by social norms and strict financial eligibility requirements. Her commitment to women’s empowerment, financial inclusion and women’s health rights is exceptional.
Here at Firestarter, we are a global team with experience identifying and making something of opportunities in various markets and economies!