Education  Kenya Project #16965

Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School

by The Turning Point Trust
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School
Return vulnerable children from Kibera to School

Project Report | Aug 18, 2025
Hopes and Dreams Restored!

By Marilynn Akinyi | Communications Assistant

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Education is more than reading and writing — it’s the gateway to opportunity, confidence, and a brighter future. That’s why this programme is dedicated to identifying and supporting out-of-school children, helping them return to the classroom where they belong.

The impact has been significant. Returning to school not only equips the children with essential academic skills but also helps them develop discipline, resilience, and aspirations for their future. Beyond the classroom, students gain access to opportunities for self-discovery and personal growth.

As one student, Brandy, expressed:

"School has been so much fun! When I first came back to school, I was nervous, but now I look forward to every day. The teachers I’ve joined the Debate Club, which has helped me speak with confidence. I also enjoyed the school trip we went on just before we closed school. It was my first time on a merry-go-round, and it was amazing! Every day I get to learn something new, and I feel like I can try anything now. Being in school has made me believe in myself again." - Brian, Grade 4.

This testimony reflects the broader transformation taking place among children in the Turning Point Education Programme — from uncertainty about the future to renewed hope and ambition. We aim at identifying, enrolling, and supporting children who have been out of school, providing them with the opportunity to access holistic quality education and secure a promising future.

This programme is not simply about re-enrollment; it is about creating pathways to success, reducing the risk of long-term educational disadvantage, and investing in the next generation of leaders. With continued collaboration and support from you, we aim to ensure that no child is left behind, and that every child and young person in our community has the chance to learn, grow, and thrive.

Thank you for being a part of restoring hope and transforming the lives of these children.

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The Turning Point Trust

Location: Woking, Surrey - United Kingdom
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Project Leader:
Judy Akoth
Yaya Centre , Nairobi Kenya
$22,053 raised of $32,500 goal
 
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