What we do
Protecting rights. Empowering lives.
Kiliporters works across six areas to defend porter rights, build skills, improve working conditions and care for the mountains porters serve.
Porter rights
We advocate for the rights, dignity and fair treatment of porters and ensure they are treated justly.
Education and training
We create opportunities for education, skills development and professional training for porters.
Health and safety
We promote access to health services, first-aid knowledge and safer working conditions on the mountain.
Economic empowerment
We support entrepreneurship, savings groups and income-generating activities for porter families.
Unity and representation
We unite porters and provide a collective voice on issues affecting their lives and work.
Environment
We promote responsible tourism and the protection of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru.
Our reach
Two mountains, one voice.
Take part
Stand with the people behind the mountain.
Your partnership, support or expertise can help us create safer working conditions and better opportunities for porters.