Originally published in EFAC’s Wezesha Magazine, Special Issue 2024
Growing up in Meru County, my early life was marked by both hope and hardship. Born into a low-income home, the financial strain on my family was exacerbated by my father's prolonged battle with a throat tumor. With my family's financial resources dwindling, my dreams of pursuing education beyond the eighth grade seemed increasingly out of reach.
Read MoreThis is part of a series of reflections from EFAC Scholars participating in EFAC’s Climb Kilimanjaro & Elevate Education Fundraising Expedition.
In October 2024, I had the unforgettable privilege to embark on a preparatory hike on Mount Kenya, representing my peers from EFAC (Education For All Children). This experience was part of a larger initiative, spearheaded by Lisa Van Sciver, to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in January 2025.
Read MoreOriginally published in EFAC’s Wezesha Magazine, Special Issue 2024
I cannot trace the exact moment I figured out that I had a love for mentorship. However, from a young age, all the way into my teenage years, I knew I did not know a lot of things. I did not know what high school to pick during selection, I did not know if I got in how we would manage the school fees, and I did not know how life would look if that was not a possibility—but it was, thanks to EFAC.
Read MoreOriginally published in EFAC’s Wezesha Magazine, Special Issue 2024
I cannot trace the exact moment I figured out that I had a love for mentorship. However, from a young age, all the way into my teenage years, I knew I did not know a lot of things. I did not know what high school to pick during selection, I did not know if I got in how we would manage the school fees, and I did not know how life would look if that was not a possibility—but it was, thanks to EFAC.
Read MoreOriginally published in EFAC’s Wezesha Magazine, Special Issue 2024
As students prepare to transition from university to the workplace, it is important to develop skills and strategies that will enhance their readiness for the job market. The following ideas offer practical steps to help students navigate this journey.
Read MoreOctober 9th marked a special day for the 48 recent EFAC graduates. These newly minted EFAC Fellows completed their 8-year Wezesha Journey and are now headed into the world of work to continue their path toward success as leaders and changemakers!
Read MoreEducation For All Children (EFAC) is pleased to announce an expanded leadership team with the addition of John Opiyo as Chief Executive Officer and Beth Wokabi as Director of Programs. As the organization plans for unprecedented growth and continued expansion of services, long-time Country Director Mary Kiguru has assumed the role of Director of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development.
Read MoreA renowned environmentalist: That was the path I envisioned for myself, but after my KCPE exams, I wasn't sure if I could pursue my dreams or if they were out of reach. My parents, who are cobblers with a small retail shop, couldn’t afford to support the next level of education. They had already sold all our livestock the previous year to pay for my older brother’s boarding school fees.
Read MoreThe National Diversity and Inclusion Awards & Recognition (DIAR Awards), is an initiative of Daima Trust that recognizes employers, institutions, organizations, and individuals who champion Diversity, and promote Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), in the workplace and society. EFAC Co-Founder Professor Leah Marangu was nominated in the “Eminent Leaders” category. Among a field of other worthy nominees, EFAC is honored that Prof Marangu was named the winner in this category and recognized for her seminal contributions to Kenya and EFAC.
Read MoreThe National Diversity and Inclusion Awards & Recognition (DIAR Awards), is an initiative of Daima Trust that recognizes employers, institutions, organizations, and individuals who champion Diversity, and promote Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), in the workplace and society. EFAC was nominated in the “NGOs Promoting Human Rights and Sustainable Development”. Among a field of other worthy nominees, EFAC is proud to be named the winner in this category and recognized for the value of our model for creating change.
Read MoreIt excites me to see that we, as a society, are getting to a place where what I have to offer is considered more than who or what I am. A round of applause for social change as we celebrate all women and girls in science across the world, we deserve it.
Read MoreThe tech world (one that I am crazy about), is predominantly male-dominated, but recently, women have made deliberate strides to bridge this gap. The truth is, if we want to achieve holistic societal development, then the world of science and technology has to carry women and girls with it.
Read MoreEFAC didn't just support my education; it nurtured my dreams and aspirations. Their unwavering commitment to the vision of "educate, elevate, and employ" has been the driving force behind my journey. As I prepare to step into the next phase of my academic journey, I am profoundly grateful for the opportunities EFAC has provided.
Read MoreI will share a story of collaboration, shared vision, and the remarkable journey that unfolded as a result of our partnership with EFAC. This alliance, as I will endeavor to illustrate, has not only proven to be one of our most successful collaborations but also a shining example of what can be achieved when two entities commit to a common purpose.
Read MoreIn recognition of the critical role that education plays in promoting societal and personal development, peace, and prosperity, EFAC joins the rest of the world to celebrate International Education Day on January 24th, as a reminder of the importance of providing universal access to education to foster a more inclusive, sustainable, and peaceful future.
Read MoreSeeing that bright future in a girl who didn’t know how the trajectory of her life would be and providing the light so that she could start her journey still amazes me. It has been a journey of guidance, love and support to ensure that my dreams were achieved.
Read MorePicture this: a young boy, me, Marko Ewoi, born and raised in the vast, sun-soaked plains of Samburu, Kenya. Education wasn't a distant dream; it was a mirage shimmering on the horizon. But then, like a bolt from the blue, came EFAC - the Education for All Children program.
Read MoreEFAC’s focus on community engagement has instilled in me a deep sense of empathy and social responsibility. Through community service, I have had the privilege of making a positive impact on those in need and have developed a true understanding of the importance of giving back to society.
Read MoreIn a remarkable collaboration between two organizations, NABU and Education For All Children (EFAC), the true power of community service was demonstrated through the NABU-EFAC Literacy Champions initiative. This initiative saw EFAC scholars returning to their former primary schools, armed with the NABU App, to conduct reading sessions and establish book reading clubs.
Read MorePortsmouth, NH - November 1, 2023 - Education For All Children (EFAC), a nonprofit organization that is disrupting poverty in Kenya by delivering a comprehensive education-to-employment program, is thrilled to announce that it received an endowment gift of $1.2 million from an anonymous family foundation.
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