About Us
Our Thematic Areas
This entails advocacy for child education in schools, mentorship and value based education to ensure improvement in academic performance at all levels of education. All children should enjoy the right to education by enabling a conducive learning environment including good systems and infrastructure in schools in Kwale County and the country at large.
Climate Resilience.
The aim is to enhance climate change mitigation, community participation, responsible and sustainable use of natural resources. The organization has had an opportunity to rally up stakeholders dealing with environment especially solid waste management and advocating for elimination of unnecessary plastics. Kwale Focus has been recognized by International Coastal Clean Up (ICC) as the best group in zone 1 in 2022.
Health.
This encompasses Health generally as a right in Kenya including sexual Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), Drugs and substance abuse, mental health, and sanitation amongst others. Through the “Dada Wa Nguvu Initiative” we aim at strengthening the influence of young women and girls whose sexual and reproductive health rights are neglected the most. We seek to ensure that health facilities are well equipped and the community enjoys quality health care services.
Peace and Security.
The organization has implemented programs to ensure that there is peaceful coexistence among members of the community. The main aim is to enable the community to embrace diversity, inclusion and build resilience from all forms of violence. Through the “komesha vipanga chafu iwe safi” initiative, that targets juvenile gangs, the organization has reached out to vulnerable youth and parents whose children are at risk of joining criminal gangs.
Vision & Mission
VISION
MISSION
The mission is to empower underserved communities through innovative, sustainable solutions. It involves providing resources and skills to enable individuals within these communities to effect positive change. Sustainability, innovation, community engagement, and long-term impact are key pillars of this mission. Ultimately, it aims to create lasting social change and opportunities for all, regardless of background.
OBJECTIVES
Enhancing Education Access and Quality:
- Increase access to education for underserved populations through scholarships, tutoring programs, and educational resources.
- Improve the quality of education by providing training for teachers, supporting school infrastructure development, and implementing innovative teaching methods.
Promoting Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability:
- Raise awareness about climate change and its impacts on local communities.
- Implement sustainable agricultural practices, water conservation measures, and renewable energy initiatives.
- Enhance community resilience to climate-related disasters through preparedness and adaptation strategies.
Advancing Mental Health Awareness and Support:
- Reduce stigma surrounding mental health issues through education and advocacy efforts.
- Provide accessible mental health resources, counseling services, and support groups for individuals and families.
- Promote self-care practices and coping mechanisms for maintaining mental well-being.
Fostering Peace and Social Cohesion:
- Facilitate dialogue and reconciliation processes to address conflicts and promote peaceful coexistence.
- Strengthen community relationships through interethnic, intergenerational, and interfaith dialogue initiatives.
- Advocate for policies and programs that address root causes of social unrest and inequality.
Empowering Youth and Women:
- Create opportunities for leadership development, skills training, and entrepreneurship for youth and women.
- Promote gender equality and women's rights through advocacy campaigns and empowerment programs.
- Support youth-led initiatives and platforms for civic engagement and community development.
Collaborating for Sustainable Development:
- Forge partnerships with local government agencies, NGOs, businesses, and community stakeholders to leverage resources and expertise.
- Engage in community-driven development projects that align with local priorities and sustainable development goals.
- Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness to continuously improve impact and sustainability.