named programs · 7 · from sources
what they call their work
Advocacy
Organizes community dialogues with leaders and members to challenge stigma and promote recognition, respect, and inclusion of persons with disabilities as equal members of society
Child Protection
Collaborates with stakeholders using the 'Open Up Platform' for group discussions to strengthen child protection systems and safeguard children aged 2–17
Inclusive Digital Learning
Provides ICT and digital literacy training to youth aged 9–35 to build online profiles, develop resumes, and access opportunities in the digital economy
Inclusive Education
Provides Early Childhood Education, Braille training, Kenya Sign Language instruction, and Social Emotional Learning to ensure children with and without disabilities can learn together
Inclusive Sports
Runs sports programs for children and youth aged 6–14 to promote physical well-being, social integration, confidence-building, and talent development across ability lines
Livelihood Support
Offers vocational training, entrepreneurship development, and Permaculture practices to youth, women, and persons with disabilities aged 18–40 to foster self-reliance and food security
Sexual Reproductive Health (SRHR)
Delivers education on sexual and reproductive health rights to adolescent girls aged 12–17, promoting gender equality, informed decision-making, and access to safe information
activities · 7 groups
what they do
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Children's Rights Advocacy and Education 1 activity
- Child Protection and SafeguardingSafeguards the rights and well-being of vulnerable children (ages 2-17) by collaborating with stakeholders and utilizing the 'Open Up Platform' to discuss concerns, strengthen protection systems, and create safe environments in Kakuma.
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Disability Inclusion & Rights Advocacy 1 activity
- Community Awareness and Anti-Stigma AdvocacyOrganizes dialogues with community members and leaders to raise awareness and challenge stigma against persons with disabilities, promoting their recognition, respect, and inclusion.
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Digital Skills Training for Youth 1 activity
- Digital Skills TrainingEquips youth (9-35 years) with essential ICT skills to bridge the digital divide, helping them build professional online profiles, develop resumes, and access global digital economy opportunities, training 200 youth.
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Special Needs Inclusive Education Services 1 activity
- Inclusive Education for Children and Youth with DisabilitiesProvides inclusive education for children and youth with disabilities, including Early Childhood Education, Social Emotional Learning, Braille training, and Kenya Sign Language, reaching over 600 children.
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Youth Sports and Recreation Programs 1 activity
- Inclusive Sports ProgramsPromotes physical well-being and social integration for children and youth (6-14 years) through inclusive sports programs that bring together persons with and without disabilities, fostering teamwork, confidence, and talent, engaging 438 children.
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Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Education 1 activity
- Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights EducationEmpowers adolescent girls (12-17 years) with education on sexual and reproductive health rights, promoting gender equality, informed decision-making, and access to accurate information.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Vocational Training and Livelihood DevelopmentEquips youth, women, and persons with disabilities (18-40 years) with practical skills for self-reliance through vocational training, entrepreneurship development, and Permaculture practices to create sustainable livelihoods.
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relationships · 1
who they work with
- UNHCR Government — Established Kakuma Refugee Camp in 1992; VDPA operates within this context and likely collaborates with UNHCR as a key stakeholder.