In a remarkable display of community spirit and dedication, Phase 2 of the Flood Relief Project reached a successful conclusion on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. This critical phase involved the distribution of Care Packs and stationery to 14 schools heavily affected by the recent floods, showcasing the power of collective effort. The event marked a […]
We are dedicated to fostering safe and inclusive environments for all students, teachers, and community members. In our ongoing commitment to combat gender-based violence (GBV) and support victims, we are proud to announce the installation of gender-based violence complaint boxes across our partnering schools and communities. The Importance of Addressing Gender-Based Violence Gender-based violence is […]
At Gramo Joy Pre & Primary School, an inspiring event unfolded as learners, Artvista volunteers, Teach For Portugal mentors, and dedicated system teachers came together for a day devoted to expressive art. This gathering was more than just a creative exercise; it was a celebration of art’s profound ability to foster personal development and emotional […]
Fundraising Campaign Giving Hope to children affected by the floods! In the last couple of weeks, Kenya has been facing a devastating flood crisis caused by relentless heavy rains. Schools have lost major learning infrastructure such as desks, chairs, textbooks and computers that were washed away by the floods with others being converted to shelters […]
“The most overwhelming key to a child’s success is the positive empowerment and engagement of the community.” – Jane D. Hull. The prevalence of school-related gender-based violence (SRGBV) has a profound impact on millions of children worldwide. In Kenya, the 2019 Violence Against Children Survey (VACS) revealed alarming statistics, with a high percentage of girls […]
Imagine opening the doors to your home, finally free of the solitary confinement that grounded the world, but then perceiving a sense of disconnectedness from humanity. That’s how we felt coming out of the COVID lockdown of 2020. Adrift for months in the digital sea of social media, watching the seasons change from the window […]
The classroom is packed with tiny desks, resembling a family of sardines. The walls are covered with colorful manila papers, stickers that proudly display key learning points, and perhaps some infantile graffiti that adds a touch of youthful exuberance. An image of a clock, a cow, and a bus are displayed in different corners of the room. There is a blackboard with arithmetic homework on another wall.
Kenya has been blessed with unbounded beauty that evokes amazement on its sacred land for centuries, ranging from wildlife and natural physical features. With a patriotic spirit, Kenya has a proud tradition of citizen involvement in wildlife conservation however, thousands of people miss out on the opportunity to see, explore and experience the wondrous creations. […]
In pursuit of addressing the systemic challenges faced in high need schools in Kenya, we partnered with ProFuturo, where we trained our Cohort 1 Fellows by elevating their knowledge on; how to be visionary teacher leaders, how to have a positive classroom culture, and integrating technology in the classroom. Additionally, we began to cascade this […]
Building the next generation of entrepreneurs, thought leaders and game changers requires every child to have access to a well- rounded education. A well-rounded education does not only mean acquiring good grades and having an excellent certificate. It also means building on ideas and broadening the beaming knowledge of children in the classroom. Teach For […]