KEEPING AKILI GIRLS IN SCHOOL THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS

Dear donors,

We are delighted to share with you the impactful outcomes achieved through your generous support for our scholarship program. Your regular donations have made a significant difference in the lives of many rural girls, enabling them to stay in school, advance their education and ultimately realize their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society.

As we shared in our previous update, your support allowed us to send 77 students to school through scholarships, providing them with access to quality education they otherwise wouldn't have had. These students are now equipped with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to pursue their dreams and create positive change in their communities.

We have continued to support them to thrive through after school STEM and Life Skills mentorship workshops to give them the agency they need to thrive. 

One of our highlights this quarter was the successful organization of a STEM/Mentorship camp in April, where we hosted 120 students and 10 educators. This transformative camp, held in collaboration with Blue Cross Org Kenya and local professionals, encompassed vital components such as mental health awareness, substance abuse prevention, robotics workshops, and climate-smart agriculture activities. Through these sessions, students not only gained practical skills in STEM disciplines but also learned essential life skills crucial for their personal and professional development.

The students greatly enjoyed robotics workshops featuring Botley and VEX Robotics. These workshops fostered creativity, technical proficiency, and teamwork among students, preparing them for future careers in STEM fields.

Our commitment to sustainability and food security was reinforced through hands-on activities focused on climate-smart agriculture. Students engaged in sack gardening, vertical gardening, and modern kitchen gardening, learning sustainable food production methods that promote environmental stewardship and healthier eating habits.

Looking forward, we are excited to host the upcoming August STEM Camp. This camp will build upon the success of our previous initiatives, providing another cohort of students with immersive experiences in STEM education and mentorship. Your continued support will ensure that we can offer these transformative opportunities to more students, empowering them to explore their interests in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

In the new year, we aim to expand our scholarship program to reach 100 students,  providing even more students with the chance to access education and pursue their aspirations. Your ongoing generosity will play a crucial role in making this vision a reality and in equipping young minds with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Once again, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your steadfast support and belief in our mission. Your partnership is making a lasting impact on the lives of students, empowering them to become future leaders and innovators. We invite you to partner with us in continuing this journey of transformation and opportunity.