This lady has done great things in our community. Especially in bringing light to needy girl child!!!! Parents also have seen the need of giving a girl child a chanch!!!! To learning!!!!! May our Lord, Almighty God give her long life in Jesus name.
My daughter works for Kakenyas Dream. The organization is providing powerful education and other tools for Maasai girls who would otherwise had lives limited to childhood marriage and female genital mutilation. The KD students have choices. Many go to college and into meaningful careers. Others may choose more traditional roles as well. KD is supported by Maasai leaders as well, as it was founded by a Maasai woman and is led by members of that community. The KD schools and clinic are remote - lacking running water and with limited wifi and intermittent electricity. (For example, my daughter handwashes her clothes and bathes in a bucket.) Funders could make a tremendous impact on the daily lives of the students and faculty there.
Kakenya’s Dream is a actually a dream come true for so many girls who will impact their families and communities for generations!
Kakenya organization is a great organization, it has transformed live's of very many young girls in our area, many girls are great professionals courtesy of Kakenya's dream!
This organization is the best non profit organization I know, may the lord bless the donors, initiators and the great team in the office, you guys are touching many live's here.
This is a very amazing organization as a matter of fact. The officials thereof treat people with humility and they work tirelessly to ensure what needs to be done is done appropriately. Our society needs such an organization
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They empower boys and girls to be agents of change in the society through through education furthermore they help end harful cultural practices through JIJUE ,they have really impacted young boys and girls who now see themselves as leaders of tommorow . Thumbs up to Kakenya's Dream organization
Through kakenyas Dream our community of maasai is now an educative community our Girls knew how to defend them self from harmful cultural norms and practices,our teens boys and girls are now focus on education and how to social life through education of different topics eg drugs and substances abuse 2.harmfull cultural practices Thanks kakenyas Dream you are such blessing to our community and women has large
Your regards Daisy laitei Nairimo
I have been hearing this organization untill I worked under.one of the best organization where our girls are honoured and valued also....thanks for the kakenyas dream we feel proud of you
Kakenya dreams is the leading NGos in narok county, free and fair in selecting vulnerable group in the society, atleast every village have name their girls the founder name,"kakenya"the organization have professional and passionate staff,due to high rates of fgm and early marriages among young girls the organization have help prevent 80% cases through civic education and health education,
I am an admirer! Kakenya's dream is by far tackling issues that pose a threat to girls wellbeing in Kenya. But most importantly, Kakenya's dream is providing opportunities to these girls and rewriting the narrative. Kakenyas dream is giving the pencil to the girl and she can then map out her future. Kakenya's dream knows and believes that the girl already has all she needs to be phenomenal, and they (Kakenyas' dream) come in to enforce and help with that. This is a family catering for the needs of its babies!
I am Raymond Leshoo.
I habe known Kakenyas Dream for close to 5 years now. This guys are doing an amazing job.
Working with them as a volunteer in Educating young girls and boys on Mentorship, leadership and sexual reproductive health has given me an opportunity to share my skills and knowledge to the young people.
Kakenyas Dream is a relevant tool to the society, rooting out most of harmful practices that the girl child is passing through.
They have become an answered prayer to the community offering tangible solutions and giving alternative ways of progressing in Life.
I will always pray for this institution for more donors and sponsors that will help them do the mandate and run out their vision and mission respectively.
As a field facilitator for Jijue Program I can say the young pupils are enjoying and learning alot from this program.
Let it continue forever.
It's very productive, educative and great generally, more especially in the Jijue Facilitation program it's helping the young generation positively interms of mindset and self respect as well conducting themselves in a right manner.
Be good and be nice the way you're always.
Kakenyas dream we love you and we really appreciate you.
Thanks .
"I've had the privilege of supporting Kakenya's Dream for several years now, and I continue to be amazed by the impact this organization has on the lives of girls in rural Kenya. Through their innovative programs and initiatives, Kakenya's Dream is breaking down barriers and empowering girls to pursue their dreams.
I vividly remember attending a graduation ceremony for Kakenya's Dream's first class of high school graduates. Seeing these girls, who had overcome incredible obstacles to achieve their goals, filled me with hope and inspiration. It was clear that Kakenya's Dream was doing more than just providing education; they were creating a community of strong, confident young women who were poised to make a difference in their world.
What I appreciate most about Kakenya's Dream is their commitment to sustainability and community involvement. They work closely with local leaders and families to ensure that their programs are culturally relevant and have a long-term impact. And they are constantly seeking new ways to expand their reach and empower more girls.
In short, Kakenya's Dream is a remarkable organization that is making a real difference in the lives of girls and their communities. I wholeheartedly support their mission and encourage others to do the same."
Have had an interaction with some of the beneficiary of Kakenya and I think the organization is doing a very good job, cause they had come as volunteers to a school I teach courtesy of Kakenya, and I felt that was a good move by the organization keeping their beneficiary busy to prevent alot that may happen and at the same time making them beneficial to the society, so for me Its a plus to Kakenya's dream
Kakenya organization is one of the best NGO I comed across I personally am employed as a facilitator in the organization also my sister's child is being provided with scholarship so I personally appreciate the board of the organization generally for the fact that am benefiting from.it
I'm so impressed with the k-12 schools for girls that Kakenya's Dream has created in a region where girls rarely go beyond the early elementary years. It's a true culture shift, brought about by working with the local community. Equally impressive is the after school health program that has reached thousands of girls and boys. The reach, once again, brings about a meaningful and long-lasting shift in attitudes and actions regarding bodily integrity and reproductive health.
The day was 11th October 2022,the INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL CHILD,Our own school Principal left school to attend the celebration of the day IN FULL SCHOOL UNIFORM.This was amazing!!It has never happened in NAROK COUNTY that a principal decides to be in school uniform.The day was organized by KAKENYA DREAM ..THE FRONTIERS in the advocacy for the rights of a girl child. The chief guest was also in school uniform..were later reffered to as "big girls" to show solidarity with the girl child.WERE IT NOT FOR KAKENYA DREAM, THE CELEBRATION WOULD NOT HAVE TAKEN PLACE.LONG LIVE THE DREAM..EVERYONE BE PART OF THE DREAM.
I first met Kakenya Ntaiya in 2008 when I was working for the UN Foundation and she was working on youth issues with UNFPA. I was so impressed by her conviction and energy to shift social norms so that rural girls could get an education, be healthy and pursue their dreams. Soon after, Kakenya founded Kakenya’s Dream and began to fulfill her promise to her village. Several friends I knew well joined the board.
The organization has maintained excellent fiscal discipline as it has grown. What is most exciting is how it extended the model that has transformed the lives of hundreds of girls already. Each year, KD’s programs reach more girls, youth and families.
My early efforts to tell others about Kakenya and to donate myself, have now shifted to deeper involvement as a proud board member.
I went to an event hosted by a friend to learn more about Kakenya's Dream. I was amazed and inspired when I heard Kakenya tell her story and explain her mission and accomplishments. I immediately became a donor and volunteered to assist the organization. 18 months later I was elected to the Board and have been applying my efforts towards helping Kakenya achieve her dream. To see the life-changing impact this organization has provided for thousands of girls in rural Kenya is simply incredible!
I have followed Kakenya’s work for many years. I continue to be in awe of her and this organization, and the mark it has on the lives of girls in rural Kenya. Kakenya’s Dream, through challenges and successes, continues to push for more for the communities they serve, to think about what else can be done. Kakenya’s Dream is changing lives, educating hundreds of girls but truly making an impact on the entire community. The work of this organization inspires me every day.
Kakenya's Dream is a game-changing education non-profit that is making a significant difference in the lives of girls and their families in Western Kenya. Kakenya's Dream has two girls leadership schools in a remote area of Kenya where opportunities for education and empowerment are limited. At Kakenya's Dream, girls are allowed to learn and thrive and now going on to college/university. I have visited both campuses and so impressed by these girls and what they are accomplishing.
Kakenya's Dream has built an education and leadership program focused on the whole girl, ensuring that students are protected from FGM and early marriage while also receiving a quality education and ongoing leadership development opportunities. At each step, Kakenya Ntaiya, the founder, has engaged with the entire community, helping them understand the value of girls education to the whole community. I am inspired every day by the accomplishments of the students, the commitment of each teacher and by the vision and leadership of founder Kakenya Ntaiya.
I have watched Kakenya since she started Kakenyas Dream with a very small, modest grant of several thousand dollars. The organization has since grown to a budget of many millions, has instituted important management policies and most importantly has had a positive impact on the lives of thousands of girls and boys in rural Kenya. It has become a model for girl's education throughout Kenya and other African countries.
I have had the privilege of visiting the program in rural Kenya three times, and have seen the powerful impact that it has had on hundreds of young women, their families, and the community in general. Kakenya’s Dream provides wholistic support has demonstrated results. 11 years ago when the women pictured here were entering 4th grade, they faced a destiny that FGM, early marriage, early motherhood and an economically challenged future. Instead, each of them had the opportunity to continue their educations, and at the time this photo was taken, each was pursuing some form of higher ed (three on scholarships in Sydney, Australia!) Hundreds of people gathered to celebrate the work and the women whose lives it has touched. Truly remarkable!!!
The LBW Trust/ Women for Change is an Australian charity which has been supporting Kakenya's Dream ( KD )for the last 5 years. Our support is in the form of scholarships for KD high school graduates to attend Universities and Colleges in Kenya and Australia. To date we have supported nearly 150 young women . KD is an incredible organisation directly transforming the lives of hundreds of Maasai girls giving them the opportunity to realise their dreams . KD is also impacting on thousands of other young people in Kenya by setting an example of what is possible with educating girls and through its health and wellness programs . It is a first rate charity with excellent governance . David Vaux , Chairman
Just an all around important organization that doesn’t take no for an answer — the girls in Kenya can’t wait, their young lives are happening now and thanks to Kakenya’s Dream the girls are avoiding the inevitable harms that so many girls in rural Africa experience! Instead, at Kakenya’s Dream, they are being nurtured and taught and they are soon understanding that the future can become bright for them — first they escape their setting, then the learn to hope, then they see their own potential, and finally they learn enough to go out in the world and make it better for others.
I have been working with the Kakenya Center for Excellence since November of 2010. I met KCE’s founder, Dr. Kakenya Ntaiya, at the Aspen Environmental Institute and was inspired by Kakenya’s story. Since then, we have worked together to develop programs for women and girls in her village in Enoosaen to improve access to education and economic opportunities.
Dr. Ntaiya is the living example of the positive change that can occurs from educating just one girl. Dr. Ntaiya was once shunned in her community for having the audacity to accept a scholarship to a U.S. college, instead of taking the usual path of becoming a wife at age 14. She is now seen as a leader, a hero, and a role-model among her people. Dads want their daughters to be like Kakenya, girls aspire to be her. Dr. Ntaiya has opened a world of possibilities for not only girls in her community, but for the entire community.
Having traveled to Enoosaen several times, and having spent time with the individuals in Kenya who provide leadership for the school, I continue to be impressed by the men and women who have the best interest of the organization at heart. There is a high degree of integrity, and I have seen first hand the impact that the Kakenya Center for Excellence has on girls who would not otherwise have the opportunity for a quality education.
We will continue to partner with Dr. Ntaiya and the Kakenya Center for Excellence. Despite the many obstacles that the school and Dr. Ntaiya have overcome to create the best learning environment for girls, there continues to be many challenges. Enoosaen is a subsistence farming community, the population is largely uneducated and poverty is quite high. Many girls will be graduating from KCE with a chance to attend high school. Without opportunities to earn income and without support from the broader community, many of these girls may not be able to pay the school fees necessary to continue with their education. Having looked into the eyes of many of the KCE girls, and having heard their dreams of becoming doctors, lawyers, pilots and engineers, I personally, along with our organization, will continue to do everything in our power to provide the tools necessary to help them realize their dreams. Please consider getting more involved with this wonderful organization.
I look forward to KCE’s continued growth, and hope to see Kakenya’s model and our partnership expand to other communities in the future. After all, shouldn’t every child in the world have the opportunity to become their best self?
Ellyn Ito
Executive Director
Seeds to Sew International, Inc