Expanding economic opportunities and building practical skills for lasting change

Community Development & Livelihoods

Expanding economic opportunities and building practical skills — especially for women, youth, and underserved groups.

Our Approach

Many of Kenya's most capable and hard-working people simply lack access to the opportunities, skills, and networks they need to thrive. That's what we work to change.

We support community-led initiatives that expand economic opportunities, build practical skills, and foster self-reliance — with a particular focus on women, youth, and other underserved groups. From vocational training and savings groups to alternative livelihood programmes, our work helps people build futures they can sustain themselves.

What We Do

Comprehensive support for sustainable livelihoods and community development

Skills Training & Education

Building practical skills for sustainable livelihoods and economic independence.

  • Vocational and technical skills training
  • Digital literacy and technology skills
  • Business and entrepreneurship education
  • Financial literacy and management
  • Leadership and organizational development

Economic Empowerment

Creating pathways to sustainable income and economic independence.

  • Village savings and loan associations (VSLAs)
  • Small business development and support
  • Agricultural value chain development
  • Market linkages and access
  • Digital economy opportunities

Alternative Livelihoods

Sustainable alternatives for vulnerable populations.

  • Beekeeping and honey production
  • Sustainable agriculture and agroforestry
  • Textile and crafts production
  • Green enterprises and recycling
  • Value addition and food processing

Livelihood Strategies

Practical approaches to building sustainable livelihoods and economic resilience

Financial Inclusion

Supporting community savings groups, access to microfinance, and financial literacy training that helps families build assets and manage risk.

Skills Development

Vocational training, apprenticeships, and mentorship programs that equip youth and adults with market-relevant skills.

Enterprise Development

Support for small business start-up, business planning, and market access that enables entrepreneurs to build viable enterprises.

Market Linkages

Connecting producers to markets, building value chains, and creating opportunities for fair trade and sustainable income.

Who We Work With

Focused support for those who need it most

Women

Supporting women's economic empowerment through skills training, savings groups, and enterprise development that builds financial independence and leadership.

Youth

Creating pathways to employment through vocational training, entrepreneurship support, and mentorship that helps young people build sustainable futures.

Underserved Groups

Ensuring people with disabilities and other marginalized groups have access to economic opportunities and support tailored to their needs.

Smallholder Farmers

Supporting agricultural livelihoods through climate-smart practices, market access, and value addition that increases productivity and income.

Our Impact

Creating lasting change through economic empowerment and community development

2,500+
Women and youth trained in vocational skills
50+
Savings groups established
200+
Small businesses supported
1,000+
Farmers reached with agricultural training

Success Stories

Real stories of transformed lives and thriving communities

"Through the savings group, I was able to start my own tailoring business. Now I employ two other women from my village. This program gave me the confidence and skills I needed."

"The digital skills training opened up new opportunities for me. I now work as a virtual assistant for clients abroad. This has transformed my family's future."

"With training in sustainable agriculture, my farm now produces twice as much with less water. I've also started a small agribusiness selling vegetables to the local market."

Support Economic Empowerment

Your support helps create sustainable livelihoods and economic opportunities for Kenya's most vulnerable communities.