Impact & stories

Real people, real change

Twelve years of measurable impact — and the stories of the young people, women and communities behind the numbers.

Our impact

Twelve years of measurable change

Figures to date across Kibera, HomaBay and beyond.

25,600

Youth supported through mentorship & life skills

95%

Learners who stayed in school and completed the year

Schools equipped to deliver opportunities

1,650

Direct jobs created

2,780

Indirect jobs created

70%

Earning more after starting or growing a business

Next 3 years Deepening two pathways — Education and Livelihoods — to help more young people earn, learn and lead.

Stories of growth

Voices from our work

Advocacy

Sexual Consent Age: The Big Debate

Drawing on seven years working with teenagers across Kenya, the author weighs into the debate over whether the age of sexual consent should be lowered to 16, and asks how society arrived at this point.

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Gender & dignity

Why should men care about Menstruation?

Recalling his own school days and a girl who once exchanged a favour for sanitary towels, the author explains why he became committed to involving men and boys in menstrual hygiene management.

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Youth

What does peace and diversity mean to a Student?

A student essay by David Nelson of Mashimoni Squatters Secondary School reflects on why peace and diversity are essential to harmony, national growth and mutual coexistence.

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Youth

The effect of demonstration in the life of a student

When demonstrations broke out in Kibera's Olympic area in May 2016, learning was disrupted and a Garden of Hope-mentored student, Willis, stepped in to help fellow students caught in the chaos.

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