↑ parent activity group ·
research dossier →

DESERT CHILD FOUNDATION

profile · synthesized from sources

Kenya pilot stub summary (org_types stubbed to bypass profile gate)

activities · 2 groups

what they do

  • Menstrual Hygiene Support and Education 2 activities
    • Mentorship and Psychosocial Support for Students
      Conducts mentorship sessions for students in nomadic communities, particularly ahead of national examinations, and distributes success cards and sanitary towels to support academic performance and menstrual hygiene. Implemented in multiple comprehensive and secondary schools in nomadic regions.
    • Sexual and Reproductive Health Education
      Implements programs that provide sexual reproductive health education and services to nomadic communities, including distribution of sanitary towels and health education, aimed at improving overall well-being and population awareness.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Education Access and Support for Nomadic Children
      Improves education standards for children from nomadic regions by promoting equal access to education, providing scholarships, learning materials, and educational kits, and supporting caregiver trainings. Programs are implemented in regions including Narok, Kajiado, and Samburu.
    • Environmental Conservation and Climate Resilience
      Implements environmental protection programs including tree planting initiatives on schools, public lands, and private properties, and promotes sustainable agriculture, reforestation, and responsible resource management to build climate resilience in nomadic communities.
    • Nutrition and Community Health Services
      Provides health services and promotes nutrition and well-being in remote and underserved nomadic communities, with a focus on holistic health practices and community-level interventions.
    • Women and Youth Livelihood Empowerment
      Empowers women and youth in nomadic communities through livelihood training programs that enhance economic resilience and personal development opportunities.
relationships · 2

who they work with

  • Africa Food Systems Forum Partner — Participated in the Africa Food Systems Forum 2025 in Dakar, Senegal as a nominated participant.
  • The Nomad Child Foundation Partner — Independent Non-Governmental, charitable organization implementing education, health, and environmental programs for nomadic communities.