Women in coffee With the Association
Networking with the Association of Women in Coffee Industry (Kenya).
Youth & women empowerment
Coffee as a vehicle for empowerment
Our core mission is to empower women and youth across Kenyan coffee-farming communities through training, fair access to global markets and community investment.
Why it matters
Uplifting women and youth in Kenyan coffee farming
At Mambo Leo, we are dedicated to uplifting women and youth in Kenyan coffee farming communities. Through expert training in farming techniques, roasting basics, and financial literacy, we equip individuals with the skills to thrive in the industry.
Our participants play an active role in sourcing and quality control, ensuring excellence at every stage. Beyond coffee, we reinvest a portion of our profits into mentorship, leadership training, and community development initiatives.
What we do
Four ways we invest in people
When you buy from Mambo Leo, part of every bag goes back to the people who grew it.
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Training that pays off
Farming techniques, roasting basics and financial literacy, delivered on the farm and in the cooperative.
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A seat at the cupping table
Women and youth participate directly in sourcing and quality control, so the people we train shape what we ship.
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Profits reinvested
A percentage of profits funds community development, mentorship and leadership training in coffee-growing areas.
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Volunteer and partner
Volunteer opportunities are open after training, and we welcome roasters who want to visit the cooperatives we work with.
"Every bag funds a lesson, a mentor or a seedling."Mambo Leo pledge
Moments from the field
With the women's groups and our team
Training days, celebrations and signing days with the women's groups and communities we work with in Kenya.
Women in coffee 
Networking Sharing our coffee
Erin with a member of the Association of Women in Coffee Industry (Kenya).
Networking Erin and Nathan
With a member of the Association of Women in Coffee Industry (Kenya).
23 February 2026 Celebrating together
Meeting the women's groups we work with and the people our programmes support.
2026 Signing day
Formalising partnerships with the groups we work with.
Our team Women in quality control
Women and youth take part in sourcing and quality control.
Community Investing locally
A percentage of profits goes back into community development.
Partnership Mentorship
Mentorship and leadership training for the next generation of coffee farmers.
Want to support the programme? Roasters, partners and volunteers are welcome to get in touch.
Get involved
Volunteer, visit, partner
Volunteer opportunities are available after training, and roasters are welcome to visit the cooperatives we work with. If you share our mission, we would love to hear from you.
- Volunteer opportunities after training
- Visits to partner cooperatives for roasters
- Mentorship and leadership training, funded by every bag
Our core values
Guiding every bean we source
Our values drive ethical sourcing, sustainability and community empowerment, so every bean supports farmers, fair trade and exceptional quality.
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Empowerment
We provide training and leadership roles for women and youth.
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Sustainability
We encourage eco-friendly farming, agroforestry and responsible sourcing.
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Quality
We offer specialty-grade Kenyan coffee with full traceability.
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Transparency
We promote fair pricing and ethical trade at every step.
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Community
We reinvest profits into local projects that benefit youth and women.
Women in coffee
Proud member of the International Women's Coffee Alliance Australia
We believe great coffee starts with a sustainable and equitable supply chain. As a proud member of IWCA Australia, we actively support the empowerment, leadership, and visible representation of women throughout the coffee community.
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Every bag counts
Every bag funds a lesson, a mentor or a seedling
Buy specialty Kenyan green coffee that gives back to the women and youth who grow it.