Our Mission
RuWERA CBO is committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent girls and women in rural communities from accessing quality education. Our Education and Skill Development program provides scholarships, mentorship, learning materials, and vocational training to help women and girls acquire the skills needed to thrive in various careers and leadership roles. We aim to equip them with the knowledge and confidence to become leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers in their communities.
Key Initiatives
Scholarships and Educational Support
Offering scholarships to girls who face financial barriers to accessing education, ensuring that they can complete their schooling and pursue higher education.
Vocational Training
Support TVET in providing effective training in various skills such as tailoring, carpentry, hairdressing, and business management to help women become financially independent and contribute to their communities.
Mentorship Programs
Connecting young girls with mentors who provide guidance, career advice, and support in achieving their personal and professional goals.
Gender-Sensitive Policies Advocacy
Working with local authorities to promote gender-sensitive policies in education, such as reducing school fees and providing sanitary products, to increase girls' access to education.
Leadership Development
Offering leadership and public speaking workshops to help women and girls develop the skills needed to become effective leaders in their communities.
Key Data & Justification
Global Education Gap
According to UNESCO, approximately 130 million girls worldwide are out of school, and rural areas face even higher levels of education inequality.
Gender Gap in Kenya
In Kenya, the gender gap in education persists, with girls in rural areas facing barriers such as early marriage, poverty, and cultural norms that discourage schooling.
Long-term Impact
Educated women are more likely to invest in the education of their children, which contributes to improved family health, better economic opportunities, and long-term societal progress.
Our Impact
Girls received scholarships
Women completed vocational training
Women and girls in leadership training
Increase in school retention rates
Increased Access to Education
Over 500 girls in Nyakach Sub-County have received scholarships, enabling them to complete primary and secondary school.
Vocational Skills
200 women have completed vocational training programs, leading to employment and income-generating opportunities in their communities.
Leadership Development
150 women and girls have participated in leadership training, with 60% of them taking on active roles in local governance and community decision-making.
Higher Retention Rates
Through mentorship and support programs, school retention rates for girls in participating communities have increased by 25%, with fewer girls dropping out due to early marriage or financial challenges.
Support Our Education and Skill Development Program
Your donation can help us provide education and skill development opportunities to more women and girls in rural communities. Together, we can create lasting change.