We have 3 main focus areas in Kenya:
Child and Youth Care (via strengthening families)
Health and Gender Equality.
Every focus area counts numerous projects and colleagues, which we will present to you in the next weeks. 😊
In partnership with @AktionRegen, we are conducting a 2-week Rain workers Training in Family Planning and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights.
We are equipping 40 participants- Community Health Volunteers(CHVs), social workers, youth advocates and male champions.
Make Me Smile Global Run 2025 done and dusted!
You can still join in by running, walking or cycling and share your progress with us🏃🏃♀️ #mmsglobalrun
Run for Climate Change - Let's Run and Smile Together 😀
#makemesmile#globalrun#climatechange#running
Thank you Monika Keller for 2 years of tireless dedication, professionalism and commitment to enhance the impact of Make Me Smile Kenya programs 😊👏
@COMUNDOorg
...she listened to their challenges- especially working during the rainy seasons. To help address this challenge, she donated 215 raincoats to ensure CHVs in Nyalenda A, Nyalenda B and Kolwa East areas; stay comfortable and continue to serve their communities better.
🌧️ Keeping our CHVs Smiling, Rain or Shine! 🌞
To support our Community Health Volunteers (CHVs), MMS-K Director distributed raincoats, donated by our long time volunteer Roberta Levai. During hers interaction with CHVs last year...
...to provide care and deliver essential support to children. Through a family-centered and child-focused Case Management approach we reach the OVC and their families with comprehensive services.
#ovcproject#makemesmile#childprotection#support#community
MMS-K implements the USAID 4TheChild OVC Project across 12 wards in Kisumu Central, Kisumu East, and Muhoroni sub-counties in Kisumu County.
The program empowers and strengthens the capacity of families, communities, and social welfare systems...
Happy International Youth Day.
We are proud to empower youth with the skills they need to build sustainable and thriving futures. Through vocational training, leadership development, or mentorship, we're investing in these leaders of tomorrow.
#IYD2024#InternationalYouthDay
⚽ Kick off fun at the Safe Park ⚽🏀
Our Safe Park buzzed with excitement over the weekend as young football enthusiasts gathered for a tournament. Organized together with our volunteers Gabriel and Noah; the day was a blend of fun, sportsmanship and community spirit.
International Day of Families
Families are vital for the well-being and development of children and youth therefore empowering families with tools and resources they need to thrive, ensures that every child grows and develops in a safe, healthy and supportive environment.
🌱🌧️ Harvesting at our Permaculture Project Farm!
Thrilled to report that the Permaculture Farm in Mayenya produced a bountiful harvest of onions 🧅
Planted in January 2024, these showcase that the area is capable of producing locally grown and organic produce.
#permaculture
Our Solar installation training students in Mwanga Mpya Project installed solar lamps at our New Land farm house in Kajulu, led by Evans from Iruwa Taita 💡
The students have been continuing with their training and learned a lot of practical knowledge 🛠️👩🏾🔧
#solarenergy
Happy International Women's Day! 🌞
Let's commit ourselves to supporting and uplifting girls and women everywhere; to create a world where they have an opportunity to reach their full potential.
#inspireinclusion#iwd2024#internationalwomensday
In the heart of Kondele slums in Kisumu County, Michel Maria Omondi’s story speaks volumes about resilience, empowerment, and the transformative potential of inclusion.
https://t.co/sqpTqirSJc
#internationalwomensday#IWD2024