Meet John: Aspiring Programmer, Spoken Word Artist, and CFK Alumnus
September 2, 2025
“Despite coming from challenging backgrounds, we all shared a dream of excelling in school.’
“Despite coming from challenging backgrounds, we all shared a dream of excelling in school.’
Our annual community awards, held August 9, 2025, honored these unsung heroes who advance our mission of empowering youth.
The simple act of reading has gone a long way. Through the ReaDS book club, the girls are healing, learning, and slowly becoming the authors of their lives.
Teddy helps bridge the gap between youth and healthcare providers, breaking down barriers that keep young people from accessing the support they need.
“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.”
“Lack of infrastructure is a key challenge in these communities, which are growing amid sub-Saharan Africa’s rapid urbanization and booming youth population.”
“The organization was honored in the categories of education access and equity, employability and job creation, and health access and innovation at the awards event.”
“There is tremendous power in investing and intervening during adolescence, which is a critical window in our development.”
CFK Africa’s Senior Youth Program Officer, Martha Otieno was live on Radio Citizen speaking about how hands-on skills training is creating real employment opportunities for youth in Kibera.
“Coaching is more than drills. It is about giving young people direction, alternatives, and belief in their own potential.”