SEET Tanzania | Socio and Economic Education Transformation for Health

About Us

About SEET Tanzania

SEET Tanzania works with communities to improve health, education, livelihoods and socio and economic transformation.

Socio and Economic Education Transformation for Health (SEET Tanzania) works with communities to promote health, education, economic empowerment and community development.

Our work focuses on vulnerable and underserved communities, with particular attention to women, youth, children and other groups who need support and opportunities to improve their wellbeing.

Our Mission

To contribute to healthier, empowered and economically transformed communities through education, health interventions, partnerships and community-led development.

Our Vision

A healthy, educated and economically empowered society where communities are able to participate in sustainable development.

Our Programs

What We Do

Our programs focus on improving health, supporting vulnerable communities and strengthening sustainable socio-economic development.

1

Widows and Single Teen Mothers

Supporting vulnerable women and single teen mothers through community-based interventions and empowerment.

2

Medical Outreach

Supporting communities through health education, medical outreach and access to essential health services.

3

HIV/AIDS & TB

Promoting awareness, prevention, community education and support related to HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis.

4

Maternal & Child Health

Supporting better health outcomes for mothers and children through education and community health activities.

5

Malaria

Promoting malaria prevention, awareness and community participation in protecting families and communities.

6

Substance Use & Domestic Violence

SEET’s Ukombozi Programme works with communities to address substance use, violence and HIV/AIDS. The programme focuses on community education, awareness and support for people affected by substance use and related challenges. Through training, counselling, community engagement and self-help groups, SEET supports individuals and communities to strengthen their ability to prevent harm, promote recovery and build healthier lives.

7

Aids orphan support program

Supporting Children and Families Affected by HIV/AIDS SEET’s AIDS Orphan Support Programme supports children and young people affected by HIV/AIDS, including those who have lost one or both parents and those living with HIV. The programme provides support in key areas such as healthcare, food, education and vocational training, helping children and families meet their immediate needs while creating opportunities for a more secure future. The programme is currently supporting 100 orphans, providing assistance designed to promote their wellbeing, education and future independence.

8

Mental Health Program

Supporting Children and Families Affected by HIV/AIDS SEET’s AIDS Orphan Support Programme supports children and young people affected by HIV/AIDS, including those who have lost one or both parents and those living with HIV. The programme provides support in key areas such as healthcare, food, education and vocational training, helping children and families meet their immediate needs while creating opportunities for a more secure future. The programme is currently supporting 100 orphans, providing assistance designed to promote their wellbeing, education and future independence.

Our Impact

Making a Difference

Through community participation, partnerships and dedicated volunteers, SEET Tanzania continues to support communities.

72+

Volunteers

4+

Projects

Success Stories

Our Community Work

Our work is guided by the needs, experiences and participation of the communities we serve.

From Education Support to a Career in Crane Operations

Shaaban Mawimbi is 20 years old and lost both of his parents at the age of six. He was subsequently raised by his aunt. SEET supported Shaaban with his primary education needs and later helped him undertake a professional driving course. In 2020, he moved to Pemba, Zanzibar, where he secured employment as a crane operator. Today, Shaaban is proud of his career and grateful to everyone who supported him along the way. “I am very proud of my job. I am very thankful to all who supported me on my way to this opportunity.” Shaaban's journey demonstrates how access to education, skills training and opportunity can help young people build independent and productive lives.

A Journey Towards Recovery and Independence

Salum Fadhili – Buguruni, Dar es Salaam Salum Fadhili lives in Buguruni, Dar es Salaam, with his wife and three children. His journey towards recovery began after years of substance use and the social isolation that accompanied it. Salum became involved in injecting drug use in 1998. During this difficult period, he experienced significant challenges,including isolation from his family and wider community. SEET established a self-help group for people who use drugs, providing a safe space for members to share experiences, encourage one another and discuss the challenges associated with recovery. Salum found the group particularly helpful in his journey towards stopping drug use. With the support of his friends and the encouragement he received through the group, Salum eventually stopped injecting drugs. Afterwards, he began learning to drive using a friend's vehicle. He hopes to undertake formal driving training in the future and obtain an official driving certificate and licence. Salum's experience highlights the importance of peer support, community-based programmes and opportunities for skills development in helping people rebuild their lives.

From Skills Training to Self-Employment

Abdallah shaaban – Vingunguti, Dar es Salaam Abdallah Shaaban is 20 years old and lives in Vingunguti, Dar es Salaam. He lost both of his parents to HIV/AIDS at the age of nine. He and his sister were subsequently cared for by their grandmother. SEET began supporting Abdallah in 2016, providing assistance with his basic education needs, including school fees, a school uniform and stationery. SEET also provided emergency food support to his family when needed. In 2021, SEET supported Abdallah to receive tailoring training. He successfully completed the training and qualified as a tailor later that year. Following his training, Health Tanzania Foundation, a U.S.-based non-profit organisation, donated a sewing machine to Abdallah. This support enabled him to begin working independently. Today, Abdallah is self-employed and able to meet his living expenses while also contributing to the needs of his grandmother. “I am now self-employed and manage to cover my living costs and support my grandmother too. I will never forget what SEET has done for me. Abdallah's story shows how education, vocational training and access to the right tools can create pathways towards economic independence.

Our Approach

How We Work

Community Participation

We involve communities in identifying needs, planning activities and developing solutions.

Partnerships

We work with partners and stakeholders to strengthen the reach and sustainability of our programs.

People-Centered Work

Our activities focus on improving the wellbeing and opportunities of people and communities.

Resources

Reports & Resources

Annual Report

Access SEET Tanzania's available organizational report and resources.

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Support Our Work

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Our Team

Meet Our Team

Meet the people who support and contribute to the work of SEET Tanzania.

Board Members

Henry Ziegler

Is a Clinical Assistant Professor Of Medicine As Well As Global Health At The Wisconsin College Of Medicine And The University Of Washington School Of Public Health Respectively.