Empower, Engage, Educate in Rural Kenya!
About
Imagine students in rural Kenya using computers and reading books! Kenya Connect engages and empowers students and teachers from our 71 partner schools through access to technology including coding and robotics for girls and boys . This coupled with programs like KC's reusable sanitary pads and empowerment programs for girls and our rent-to-own solar light and library program to boost literacy are making a profound difference in rural Kenya.
Need
In rural Kenya, the average student to teacher ratio is 50 to 1. Our partner schools are poorly supplied with resources and the majority of them are without electricity. Children are literally left behind in the 21st century, struggling to keep up literacy levels and not being exposed to computers, they lack basic technology skills, and do not have access to STEM programs. They also face barriers including the lack of clean water, no lights at home and few menstrual cycle options.
Long term impact
Literacy measurements and national test scores will improve. More students will graduate from primary and secondary school and be college ready. We are providing children with options so they can forge pathways for their future.
About the Organization
We have big dreams and we're working to make them come true! Our vision is an empowered rural community that harnesses the benefits of education to drive sustainable development. With the mission of engaging and empowering students and teachers in rural Kenya to succeed in the 21st century, we believe we can achieve our vision.
GlobalGiving Categories:
- Education
- Gender Equality
- Digital Literacy
- Clean Water
Total Goal
Remaining Goal
What is a Project?
Domestic and international programs and services housed within organizations, addressing specific needs of community groups.