Education  Kenya Project #26905

Educate 500 Youths from Kibera Slum in Kenya

by GARDEN OF HOPE FOUNDATION
Educate 500 Youths from Kibera Slum in Kenya
Educate 500 Youths from Kibera Slum in Kenya
Educate 500 Youths from Kibera Slum in Kenya
Educate 500 Youths from Kibera Slum in Kenya

Project Report | Jul 20, 2020
Meet Joyce: Using her skills reduce the spread of Covid-19

By Floridah Atieno | Programs Cordinator

Joyce’s family is one of the many families struggling to meet their daily needs now. “Adhiambo, 21, is a young entrepreneur from Kibera slum. 

Many high school graduates across the country receive their final  results with the hope of joining tertiary institutions to pursue their dream careers. Most parents are left in a dilemma owing to the competing family needs and the limited sources of income. Therefore, some prioritize secondary education over tertiary education for their children. 

Joyce's was not lucky to transition to college or university after she graduated from high school, but the skills she got from the leadership developement and entrepreneurship program has transformed her life and her family. 

“I joined the three-month Leadership Development and Entrepreneurship program run by Garden of Hope Foundation where I acquired skills in Entrepreneurship, Basic Computer, and Leadership. During my training period, participants were grouped and given Ksh500 to start and run a business for two weeks. This exposes us to a first-hand experience on entrepreneurship. The 500/ $ 5  helps participants to test their business ideas and offers experiential learning. In our group, a member knew how to make the liquid soap so we decided to run with the idea. We were required to return the Sh500 with a profit after the two weeks. In the process, I learnt to make soap on my own and decided to start a small business out of it,”

Joyce is currently making soap to support needy families in Kibera slum during covid-19. In addition, she is also sensitizing the community on Covid-19.

Joyce selling soap at nearby shop
Joyce selling soap at nearby shop

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Mar 25, 2020
Thank you for reducing the spread of Covid-19

By Victor Odhiambo | Co-Founder and Executive Director

Dec 31, 2019
Happy New Year!

By Victor Odhiambo | Co-Founder and Executive Director.

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GARDEN OF HOPE FOUNDATION

Location: NAIROBI, KENYA - Kenya
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Twitter: @GardenofhopeFdn
Project Leader:
Victor Odhiambo
NAIROBI , KENYA Kenya
$53,300 raised of $55,000 goal
 
638 donations
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