Equipping changemakers. Transforming communities.

At Spice Without Borders, we focus on identifying and empowering emerging social change leaders from the margins of society. Our goal is to equip them with the skills, tools, and confidence to launch impactful, sustainable initiatives that drive change in their own communities—what we call “their backyards.”

We measure impact not just in numbers, but in lives changed, mindsets shifted, and communities activated.

What We Achieve:

• Catalyze Entrepreneurship:
  Our participants leave the Spice Accelerator ready to lead. They launch businesses, start movements, and take on leadership roles, equipped with tools for rapid problem-solving and innovation.

• Strengthen Communication:
  Participants gain clarity and confidence in sharing their ideas—whether in small groups, public forums, or digital spaces. They learn to navigate team dynamics and hold authentic conversations that move initiatives forward.

• Foster Reinvention:
  Through our programs, participants reframe how they see challenges. They emerge with renewed purpose, stronger confidence, and strategies for long-term success rooted in restorative and inclusive practices.

Who We Serve:

Underrepresented individuals aged 18+ from underserved communities across East Africa—especially women and men who have experienced the very social issues they aim to solve.

80% of our participants have first-hand experience with the challenges their projects address.

What Participants Gain:

• Confidence to lead change initiatives in their communities
• One-on-one mentorship from dynamic professionals
• Connection to a growing global SPICE Without Borders network
• Exposure to local and international changemakers
• A lifelong sense of belonging to the SPICE brand of bold, purposeful leadership

Opportunities Created:

• Development of sustainable businesses and community projects
• Platforms like SpiceTalks and Spice Festival that amplify local voices
• Awareness-building through storytelling and creative media
• Innovative social models that allow changemakers to monetize their creativity
• Local volunteer recruitment and job creation post-program

The Problems We’re Tackling:

• Gender and social inequality
• Limited diversity and inclusion in leadership
• Disconnected community leadership
• Lack of early-stage social entrepreneurship support
• We believe that by nurturing changemakers where others overlook them, we create lasting impact where it matters most.