Global Innovation Valley
We recognize the urgent need to address the pressing challenges refugees and marginalized youth face in Turkana West, Kenya. Our comprehensive programs and initiatives aim to empower individuals, foster community resilience, and create pathways to economic empowerment and social cohesion.
We envision a dynamic community where self-organization, connectivity, sustainability, and independence reign supreme.
Our mission is to ignite transformation in marginalized communities and refugee camps. Ensuring that even the last mile is connected to opportunities.
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</div></div></div></div></div>Youth Empowerment Program
The program provides education and entrepreneurship training to young refugees and marginalized youth, empowering them to establish social and tech enterprises.
Connect the Unconnected Initiative
We bridge the digital divide by providing ICT and digital skills training to young refugees and extending internet connectivity to schools and public areas in Kakuma and Kalobeyei.
Community-building Program
The program focuses on fostering a resilient local community by empowering individuals through self-organizing systems and supporting peace-building activities.
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