Ending Human Trafficking Kenya Project #63148

Educate and Empower Trafficked and Abused Girls

by Centre for Domestic Training and Development

Educate and Empower Trafficked and Abused Girls

Project Report | Jan 31, 2025
A Year of Hope, Transformation & Triumph at TAGS

By Joyce Nyoro | Communications Lead

Dear Friends and Supporters,

Imagine being forced to leave behind everything you know—your home, your family, your dreams—just to survive. Imagine the courage it takes for a young girl to start over, to believe in herself again. At the Talia Agler Girls Shelter (TAGS), we witness these stories of resilience every day. And thanks to your unwavering support, we turn these stories into journeys of hope, healing, and transformation.

At the Centre for Domestic Training and Development (CDTD), our mission through TAGS remains steadfast: to Reach, Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Reintegrate vulnerable girls and young women, ensuring they regain their dignity and reclaim their future.

Empowering Girls, Changing Lives

In 2024, TAGS provided care and education to 125 incredible girls, each with a story of survival and determination. Among them:

4 in pre-primary, taking their first steps toward learning.
15 in primary school, building strong academic foundations.
46 in secondary school, preparing for a brighter future.
15 in tertiary education, breaking barriers and redefining possibilities.
45 in vocational training, gaining skills to become self-sufficient.
25 children of our girls received support, ensuring no mother is left behind.
5 girls with disabilities found a safe space where their potential is nurtured.

During school holidays, we engaged the girls in baking, design, hairdressing, and tailoring workshops, alongside mentorship and empowerment sessions. During the 16 Days of Activism, they learned about their rights and how to stand against gender-based violence.

Celebrating Achievements

This year, 4 of our girls sat for their KAPSEA national exams, and 6 took the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). We celebrated the remarkable achievements of:

Dariah, who earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education—a testament to resilience and opportunity.
Wairimu, who graduated with a Diploma in Road Construction, breaking barriers in a male-dominated field.

Building Economic Independence

30 young women received financial literacy training, loans, and grants to start businesses. These young women, many of whom aged out of shelters, are now building independent futures.

Your Support is Their Lifeline

While we celebrate these victories, many girls are still waiting for a chance to heal and thrive. They need a safe place to sleep. They need books and school fees. They need vocational training to break free from poverty. They need you.

Your donation is more than just financial support—it is a lifeline. It is a warm meal, a school uniform, a therapy session. Will you help us reach the next girl in need?

Together, we can give them the futures they deserve. Thank you for believing in their potential and for making a lasting impact.

With gratitude and hope,
The TAGS Team

Dariah's Graduation

Wairimu's Graduation

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Oct 3, 2024
FROM RESCUING TO GLOBAL RECOGNITION

By Joyce Nyoro | Communications Lead

Jun 11, 2024
Empowering Girls Through Education at Talia Agler

By Joyce Nyoro | Communications Lead

Empowering Girls Through Education at Talia Agler Girls Shelter in Kenya

Greetings from TAGS,

We are thrilled to share with you the latest updates from our project at the Centre for Domestic Training and Development (CDTD). Thanks to your unwavering support, we continue to transform the lives of girls at Talia Agler Girls Shelter (TAGS) by providing them with the education and resources they need to build a brighter future.

Despite the heavy rains in Kenya, which delayed school re-openings due to their adverse effects, we ensured the safe hosting of our beneficiaries at the shelter. During this period, they engaged in various activities to stay occupied and productive, such as bead & mat making, piano and music classes.

In 2024, our target is to support 125 girls in education and provide vocational training for girls. So far this year, we have successfully supported 99 girls across Pre-primary, Primary, Secondary, Tertiary education and Vocational training.

At the tertiary level, our beneficiaries are pursuing a variety of courses based on their interests. Some of these courses include Legal studies, Counselling Psychology, Education, Community Health, Criminology, Social Work & Community Development, among others. Your support is crucial in enabling us to keep them in school.

Since their respective admissions, each of our girls has consistently excelled both academically and in extracurricular activities. They've demonstrated their talents in dance and athletics while maintaining remarkable academic records. This dedication has motivated us to continue committing to their cause. To pursue their education, these girls are in dire need of School fees, Uniforms, Shoes, Scholastic materials, Shopping, and Upkeep. Your donations make it possible to meet these needs and admit more vulnerable girls and young women to this educational program at our Shelter.

We remain committed to providing the best support for the girls admitted to Talia Agler Girls Shelter as survivors of Human trafficking, child labor, and Gender-Based Violence believing in the transformative power of education.

Thank you for being a vital part of our journey and for helping us provide a safe and nurturing environment for these young girls. We look forward to sharing more successes and stories of impact with you in the coming future.

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