What we do
U-Tena Youth Organization runs three core programs designed to address the interconnected challenges facing communities in Nairobi's urban informal settlements.
Education
U-Tena improves access to education through the GRIC-funded Tujifunze Plus project providing remedial numeracy and literacy sessions for pupils affected by COVID-19 disruptions and a World Education Fund partnership offering scholarships to needy high school students.
- Remedial Learning Support
- Student Scholarship Program
- Literacy & Numeracy
Health
U-Tena implements several health projects including RISE (Mental Health), Imarisha Maisha (HIV & AIDS), DRTB (Drug-Resistant TB), and Jichanue (Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights).
- Remedial Learning Support
- Student Scholarship Program
- Literacy & Numeracy
Livelihoods
U-Tena equips youth with vocational skills and income-generating opportunities to break the cycle of poverty. Through trades training, entrepreneurship support, and employment linkages, young people gain tools to build sustainable futures.
- Vocational Skills Training
- Entrepreneurship Support
- Employment Linkages
Be part of the change
Partner with us, volunteer your time, or support a young person's education through the Masomo Scholarship Fund.
