“It’s about creating a space where, for just a little while, a teen mom can be more than a statistic or a story of survival. She can be curious. She can be seen. She has control.”
“This experience has once again reminded me of the importance of cultural competence in public health initiatives and the value of shared experiences in fostering empathy and understanding.”
“Visiting CFK’s clinics and tech training classes has been eye opening. I saw firsthand the challenges residents face and the tangible difference CFK is making in their lives.”
CFK Africa welcomes four Peacock Fellows to our team this summer.
“I believe deeply in cultivating local leadership and equipping individuals with the tools to champion their own needs.”
Written by Ben Bramson, CFK Africa 2024 Peacock Fellow and undergraduate student studying religion, pre-medicine, and conflict management at the University of North Carolina, Chapel
“Adolescent girls in Kibera are knowledgeable, resourceful, and solutions-focused.”
“I look forward to taking what I learned during my time Kibera and bringing it with me as I continue to learn how I will make a difference in this world.”
