Kenya has one of the world's youngest populations. In Nairobi and nearby regions, youth face rising risks including school dropout, unemployment, early pregnancy, substance misuse, and political fragmentation. These challenges are relational. When young people lack trusted adult support, risk increases and resilience declines. The Full Colour Web of Support helps youth identify and strengthen networks of support using the proven "Rule of Five."
Kenya's youth hold great potential but many experience fragmented support systems. School dropout is driven by financial strain, early pregnancy, exam pressure, and family instability. Youth unemployment fuels hopelessness and vulnerability to exploitation, gangs, and extremist narratives. Mental health challenges are rising but stigmatized. Many youth cannot identify five trusted adult Anchors beyond their household, leaving them isolated and vulnerable.
This project addresses youth isolation by strengthening the relationships that support young people's development. Through the Full Colour Web of Support, trained facilitators will guide youth in identifying and strengthening trusted adult relationships using the "Rule of Five." By helping young people map and expand their support networks, the project builds resilience, improves school retention, and connects youth to mentors and opportunities that sustain long-term success.
The Full Colour Web of Support strengthens the developmental ecology around each young person. Over 24 months, the project will train 20-30 Kenyan facilitators and engage 500 youth in mapping and strengthening their support networks. The goal is for at least 75% of youth to identify five trusted adult Anchors. Stronger support systems improve school retention, resilience, and future opportunities while building social capital within communities.
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