Through sponsorship programs, remedial classes, mentoring initiatives, social innovation and a focus on promoting girls’ education, we are revolutionizing education in refugee camps and disadvantaged communities. Membership at KEP is open to individuals who share our vision and support our mission. As a member, you will have the opportunity to make a difference by actively participating in our programs and contributing to our vibrant community. Together, we can bring out a visionary youth generation and create lasting change.
Empowering youth through education and mentorship, while promoting inclusive learning and girls' education.
Bringing out a visionary youth generation.
Committed to realizing the vision and mission statement through a multifaceted approach that revolves around specialized tutoring programs, sponsorship of programs and students, youth mentorship and promotion of girls' education.
Addressing Urgent Needs: Empowering refugee youth through education tackles critical challenges.Lasting Community Impact: Investing in their education enhances communities economically and socially.Building Resilience: Programs help refugee youth overcome challenges, fostering resilience and growth.
We promote equal access to quality education in Kakuma Refugee Camp, empowering students to reach their full potential. Through tutoring, sponsorship, mentorship, and promotion of girls’ education, we foster inclusivity, accountability, and a brighter future for all disadvantaged groups.Membership: Over 15 members, from diverse communities.
Ensuring responsible governance, transparency, and effective resource utilization to deliver meaningful impact and meet our commitments.
Empowering students through mentorship, resources, and support to unlock their full potential.
We actively engage with local communities, organizations, and volunteers to maximize our impact and drive sustainable change.
Promoting equal access to quality education for all students, regardless of background or circumstances.
The Kakuma Empowerment Program (KEP), originally named the Kakuma Mentorship Warriors, was established to provide high school scholarships, mentorship, and remedial classes specifically for girls within the Kakuma Refugee Camp. This initiative was sparked by the founder, Akon Juach, currently a student pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media, with a minor in Health and Society at the University of Calgary. Following her high school graduation, Akon visited the camp, driven by a desire for higher learning opportunities. There, she encountered a distressing situation: an overwhelming number of young refugee girls, primarily teenagers, were facing early pregnancies leading to school dropouts and a diminishing hope for education.
With a passion for education and a determination to reignite the flame of ambition and the desire for education in the hearts of these girls, Akon shared her idea of offering mentorship, scholarships, and remedial education with other like-minded women—Ajah Malual and Grace Nyibol—who would later join her as co-founders of the organization. On July 9th, 2021, these women convened to chart the course of their newly formed organization. Their discussions led to a pivotal decision to expand the program's reach beyond girls, acknowledging that boys faced similar challenges and deserved equal opportunities for empowerment. This inclusivity attracted the support of male allies like Ang'ok Ayuen, Joe Thon, Muras Arni, Nhial Magot, and Nyuon Nhial Jongkuch who joined the cause, bringing diverse perspectives and strengths to the program.
Since its inception in September 2021, the Kakuma Empowerment Program has made remarkable strides, offering tutoring classes to over 100 students, providing biyearly scholarships, and conducting mentorship programs. At its core, KEP is driven by the belief in the transformative power of education and the potential of every child in the Kakuma Refugee Camp to achieve greatness. The program continues to thrive, inspired by the dedication of its pioneers and the resilience of the students it serves, embodying a shared vision of the endless possibilities that education can bring.
In 2021, he Kakuma Empowerment Program (KEP), originally named the Kakuma Mentorship Warriors, was established to provide scholarships, mentorship, and remedial education primarily for girls at the Kakuma Refugee Camp, in response to issues like early pregnancies and educational dropouts among young refugees. The program later expanded its services to include boys, acknowledging their similar educational challenges.
Since its inception in September 2021, KEP has grown significantly, offering tutoring and biyearly scholarships to over 100 students. Driven by a belief in the transformative power of education, the program thrives on the dedication of its team and the resilience of the students it serves, embodying a vision of endless educational possibilities.
One year later, from the effort in tutoring of candidate classes, one of our beneficiaries led the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in Tumaini Girls’ and secured a scholarship to the University of Toronto. Similarly, three of our male beneficiaries scored a C+ and above in the Kenya Certificate of Education last year and look forward on joining tertiary education.
The group also focused on developing leaders and a sustainable leadership transition plan as most of the members would be flying out for university studies each year. This pool of abroad members end up join our pool of donors; a sense of gratitude and giving back to the refugee community that facilitated their growth.
KEP got into a very crucial partnership with the Global Refugee Youth Network, who offered a 2000 US$ award that went into funding special awareness programs. This, as well as a South Sudansese independence day T-shirt drive done by members in Canada, helped realize the scholarship programming as the team started working on a candidate selection plan.
The year had tremendously successful events ranging from community awareness on campaigns on importance of girl child education, role of mental health in our community and how to improve it and got more social media and on ground presence in Kakuma Camp.
Year started well with the scholarship advert going out and a formation of scholarship application review committee. With the goal of increasing the number of sponsored students each year, the team plans to work on more fundraising activities alongside regular routine projected.
A new crucial partnership with CouldYou will see KEP bring menstrual cups to Kakuma girls; a move to help End Period Poverty in the camps.
Welcome to our Ongoing Projects page, where innovation meets impact. Explore our current initiatives, each a testament to our commitment to creating positive change. From empowering communities to fostering education, these projects embody our vision for a better future. Dive into the details and discover how we're actively shaping a brighter tomorrow.
With the 3rd of Jan as the hard deadline, the team collects all the application forms and material for a review that runs for the upcoming three weeks culminating in selection of the most deserving talent from the pool for a 4-year scholarship through secondary school in Kenyan.
The selection criteria is always purely on academic talent, financial adversity,community service and the student's passions, character, leadership; traits reflect their ability to succeed at secondary school education & boarding schools.
Application Eligibility:
KEP has democratic general elections every year and a sustainable leadership transition plan.
Below are the current leaders for the year 2023-2024, with most of them being in the camp and Kenya.
Angok is a highly hands on person with lots of skills and love for basketball.
Meshake loves football, and enjoys thought provocative conversions with his peer.
Magok is a calm yet highly talkertive and engaged person. He loves reading and gaming.
Reng is a highly organized person who thrives in routines and structured tasks.
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showcasing the moments that define our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those we support.
"Footprint of the Steps into the Future"
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a closer view of the meaningful initiatives shaping positive change in the communities we serve.
CouldYou and KEP organized an impactful workshop, educating and donating menstrual cups to the community. The dedicated girls led with exceptional leadership, ensuring its success and advancing menstrual health education. We're grateful for their efforts and remain committed to promoting menstrual hygiene equity. Excited to witness the positive impact of our collective endeavors.
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After an extensive review, we are proud to have selected and sent to school two girls; Ateny Ajol & Naneia Daud. Nadeia joined the highly reputable national school St. Brigid's Girls High School Kiminini with 406 marks as Ateny joined same caliber of schools St. Joseph Girls High School Kitale with 376 marks. Looking forward to seeing thm thrive!
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KEP organized a South Sudan independence day branded T-shirts sales across Canada to support refugee scholarships in Kakuma camp. The initiative harnessed community backing, selling shirts to raise funds for this impactful cause. This demonstrates our commitment to social responsibility, using a straightforward approach to contribute significantly to refugee education.
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After intensive planning and paperwork, KEP officially launched its formal activity in Kakuma Refugee Camp by hosting high school and grade 8 students in a party that involved motivational speeches, awards to top performing students across camps schools and general public awareness of how to reach KEP's services. KEP was excited to make an impact.
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