The association La maison de Jeanne specifically targets young mothers aged 18 to 26, with one child. These young women have potential but "had a child too early," and are not yet too worn down by life.
It’s about unpacking their bags, learning to live rather than just survive, and being able to envision a future. “Fighting against self-censorship and self-sabotage is the biggest part of our job, it’s what we struggle with,” emphasizes Céline Souakria.
Little by little, confidence takes over, and when they leave the house, these young women secure jobs that are chosen rather than imposed. “In a family, it takes 6 generations to escape poverty, so we give them a little boost,” explains the founder.
Work is also being done around parenting. “Some are angry about being a mother. We need to soothe the relationship and ensure that the attachment bond is formed.”
“I truly believe that everyone deserves a bright future, it’s something I really believe in, it’s my commitment. We all have potential,” Céline enthusiastically shares.
La maison de Jeanne also includes a micro-crèche with atypical hours, serving 25 families, and distributes 200 kits each month to men, women, and children as part of the fight against hygiene poverty.
