KASI Institute

e workforce or school after a significant absence, veteran services, a medical crisis, divorce or death, KASI Institue is a social entrepreneurship designed to connect women to collective social and economic resources. "Kasi" in Swahili means speed, or momentum. Sarah has a strong connection to Kenya, where Swahili is one of the primary languages, working with A Voice Is Heard. We both like the word for its meaning, international connection, beautiful tone, and the ability to turn KASI into an English acronym, which reflects our mission: Knowledge, Action, Success, Inspire. About Melissa
After a difficult divorce in 2011, I returned to school full time as a single mother of four young children. Without local family, I relied heavily on friends for both emotional and financial support. I finished my degree at Portland State University with a double major: Social Sciences and Liberal Studies, and a double minor: International Studies and Film Studies. My experiences during difficult times has inspired me to help other women facing economic transitions. I am dedicated to sharing my accumulated knowledge with other mothers (and fathers!). About Sarah:

How Melissa and Sarah know each other:
Melissa and Sarah both served on a non profit board of directors. ...