Engineering learning space for 300 "street youth"

1. Overview

We are delighted to share significant milestones achieved in the last 3 months. Thanks to your generous support, Tumaini has successfully transitioned into its new engineering and vocational training facility. This marks a major step toward providing a modern learning environment that will equip vulnerable youth, including street-connected youth and teen mothers, with practical skills for sustainable livelihoods.

 2. Construction Progress

Although the building is not fully completed, students and staff have begun utilizing the new space, which provides improved classrooms, workshops, and learning environments that better support competency-based technical training.

 3. Equipping the Workshops

Following the move, we have commenced purchasing and installing equipment, tools, and furniture required for the various workshops. This process will ensure that learners have access to industry-relevant equipment for practical, hands-on training.

 4. Expansion of Training Programs

To respond to community needs and increase opportunities for young people, we have expanded our training capacity by establishing three additional workshops for:

• Plumbing
• Caregiving
• Fashion and Design

These new programs complement our existing engineering and vocational courses and will enable us to serve more students with diverse career interests.

 5. Institutional Upgrade

The completion and occupation of the new facility have resulted in a significant institutional milestone. Tumaini Innovation has officially been upgraded from a Vocational Training Centre (VTC) to a Technical and Vocational College (TVC). This recognition reflects our improved infrastructure, expanded training capacity, and commitment to delivering quality technical and vocational education.

6. Impact on Street-Connected Youth

These developments greatly strengthen our ability to provide high-quality technical education to vulnerable youth. The expanded facilities and new training programs will increase access to skills development, improve employability, and create more pathways for self-employment and entrepreneurship. The institutional upgrade also positions Tumaini to offer a broader range of accredited technical programs and serve more learners in the years ahead.

7. Next Steps

• Complete procurement and installation of workshop equipment.
• Finalize workshop setup and practical learning spaces.
• Enroll additional students into the newly established programs.
• Continue improving the learning environment to support high-quality technical education.

8. Appreciation

We sincerely thank all our supporters for making this remarkable progress possible. Your partnership has transformed a vision into reality. Every investment you have made is creating opportunities for vulnerable young people to build brighter futures through quality technical education.