
- Rose says no girl should miss school because of her period, and no woman should feel powerless because of societal expectations.
- She is the current President of the Rotary Club of Eldama Ravine in Baringo County, a service organization helping communities solve problems.
- Her commitment to empowering women through entrepreneurship is reflected in her work with LIRO Global Limited.
Rose Omango’s path to becoming a passionate advocate for women, girl child and youth empowerment is deeply rooted in her own life experiences.
Coming from a humble background and losing her father at a young age, Rose was determined to succeed so that she could help the needy when she grows up. She was determined to empower others to come out of poverty and lead a good life and she thought the only way out was through education and so she really worked hard in school.
Rose joined the job market and landed several gigs before settling down. She worked in retail businesses, as as a tutor in several colleges training business related courses and later joined one of the prestigious banks as a Customer Advisor. All this time she had not gotten a chance to serve the vulnerable directly.
She then landed a job with an NGO that was providing shelter to the low income earners and the vulnerable populations, feeling a lot of fulfillment on the job and worked there for a longer period than any other place.
Her journey is a story of resilience, compassion, and a determination to break down the obstacles that prevent women and children from realizing their potential.
Rose recalls that she witnessed the struggles faced by women and children in her community, including limited access to education, healthcare, and basic necessities.
“It wasn’t just about the hardships I faced, but also the strength I gained along the way,” Rose says.
She says no girl should miss school because of her period, and no woman should feel powerless because of societal expectations.
“My faith and resilience have become the foundation of my work, which is about more than just individual change. It’s about transforming entire communities.”
Entrepreneurship
Rose who was entrepreneurial since childhood, could do side hustles in small businesses up to late 2019.
She registered an NGO, Oasis for the Vulnerable Group (www.oasisforulnerable.org), to continue serving the vulnerable in the community.
Rose founded LIRO Enterprise in June 2017 which is currently LIRO Global Limited, an organization that provides business solutions to small businessess in terms of Micro lending, events management, personal empowerment and business coaching. Through LIRO Global Limited, Rose also does Leadership development and Mentorship.
She has since founded other businesses including JEJO Express (www.jejoexpress.com) which does errands and deliveries and Ravinki Industries which manufactures hygiene products including all sorts of cleaning agents. She is the proud founder and CEO for the businesses but has a great team behind her.
Rose envisions a world where everyone has access to goods and services that they could otherwise not access by empowering them. Her mission is to empower at least 10,000 beneficiaries by the year 2030.

Menstrual Hygiene Management
Rose is a Menstrual Hygiene Management Champion and has since supported thousands of girls and women through Oasis for the Vulnerable Group Organization. To meet an overwhelming demand, she has partnered with other organizations.
“Me To You Charity (https://www.metoyoucharity.org) has been a great partner. It aims to empower women and girls to manage their menstruation devoid of shame, stigma and exploitation. Collaborating with this organization has significantly advanced my humanitarian efforts. The collaboration has ensured the project is sustainable going forward by introducing a sewing academy where students are taught how to sew reusable sanitary towels by hand,” says Rose.

Women and Youth Empowerment
Rose also has women and youth empowerment projects and has since empowered a good number of women with skills including beadwork, mat knitting, sewing and kitchen gardening. She has also mentored them through financial literacy trainings in partnership with other organizations like the Rotary Club and Ajira Digital which has supported workshops and online mentorship programs.

Leadership Development
Rose holds quarterly sessions on leadership with leaders from various sectors as well as mentoring the upcoming leaders. The conversation involves keynote speakers, panel discussion and all participant discussions. This has positively impacted governance in various sectors.
Mentorship
Rose is a mentor and she does this in schools as well as by organizing programs during holidays to instill life skills in the young generation through LIRO Global Limited. She has so far mentored about six thousand students. Rose does not work alone but has staff and volunteers who support her initiatives.

Awards
Through her business and humanitarian work which is centered on community development and service, Rose has received multiple awards including Leadership and Volunteer Award, Humanitarian Trailblazer Award by Women Empowering Women, Transformational Leadership in Business and Entrepreneurship Development among others.
She holds an Honorary Doctorate in Community Service and Development, and was recently appointed to serve in the Advisory Board of Me To You Charity (an organization based in Amsterdam, Netherlands).
Rose is the current President of the Rotary Club of Eldama Ravine, a service organization helping communities solve problems.
“The recognition reaffirm my belief that when we lead with purpose and compassion, the impact we make extends far beyond ourselves. They re-energize and encourage me to continue serving with passion and determination, knowing that even the small acts can spark profound transformation in the lives of others.”


Challenges
Omango identifies funding and resource limitations as major hurdles, stating that, “The demand for reusable pads is high, but resources to produce and distribute them are often scarce.”
Logistics also pose challenges, as getting supplies to remote schools often requires covering transport costs and supporting volunteers.
“Financing the logistics involved in implementing menstrual hygiene projects is a big challenge. While donors may generously provide the supplies, the cost of getting those supplies to the schools and ensuring the project runs smoothly often falls on me and my team.
For instance, we need to cover transport costs for volunteers traveling to remote areas, as well as provide them with lunch and other allowances to support their efforts. These volunteers dedicate their time and energy to making the project a success, and it’s only fair to ensure they are taken care of. It’s frustrating at times because the lack of financial resources for logistics can slow down or even stall a project that could otherwise make an immediate impact. This is an ongoing challenge, and I often find myself looking for creative ways to bridge the gap, whether it’s through fundraising, partnerships, or personal contributions.”
She adds: “Another challenge is the attitude people have towards paid conferences. However, the few who register always give a positive feedback.”

Rose is committed to sustainability, focusing on teaching girls to make reusable pads, involving schools in the process, and advocating for policy changes.
She remains steadfast in her mission despite the challenges.
“Every obstacle reminds me how vital this work is,” she says, adding that “When I see a girl smile with confidence because of our efforts, it keeps me motivated to push through the difficulties.”
For Rose, investing in menstrual hygiene management is not just providing products but also breaking cycles of poverty, smashing taboos, and giving girls the freedom to dream and achieve.
She says, “collaborations with local and international organizations, individuals, corporates and leaders will help to serve our communities even better”.
Background
Rose Omango is the daughter of the late Christopher Omango Ogora of Bomesichi village and Hellen Nyanchama Mauteri of Bokiambori village. She was born and raised at Boitang’are Kenyerere and schooled at Nyaguku Primary before proceeding to Bishop Mugendi Secondary School (Nyakegogi) where she sat for her KCSE.
Despite the many challenges including lack of text books, uniforms and even stationery as well as menstrual hygiene management supplies, Rose pushed through and made it to the university.
She joined Egerton University and graduated with Bachelor of Business and Management (Marketing Option), and later joined the University of Nairobi and pursued Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management. She is currently pursuing Doctorate of Business Administration.
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