YOUTH-LED • COMMUNITY-ANCHORED

Breaking Inequalities Through Community-Anchored Solutions

Empowering youth and communities in Kenya through the WALK Framework: Wellbeing, Access, Leadership, and Knowledge.

BREAKING

INEQUALITIES

Who We Are

Start Walking Foundation is a youth-led nonprofit working to break inequalities in education, health, and leadership through community-anchored solutions rooted in the WALK Framework.

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Start Walking Foundation Community
2024
Founded
Kenya
Based in
Youth-Led
Community-Anchored
Evidence-Based
WALK Framework
FRAMEWORK

The WALK Framework

Our unique approach to breaking inequalities through four interconnected pillars that create lasting change

Wellbeing

Health, dignity & emotional wellbeing for sustainable development

Access

Equitable access to quality education and opportunities

Leadership

Developing responsible youth leaders for tomorrow

Knowledge

Evidence informing policy and innovation

"Four interconnected pillars working together to create sustainable, community-driven change that breaks the cycle of inequality."

IMPACT

Our Impact in Numbers

Transforming lives through measurable change and sustainable community development

+

Learners Supported

Students empowered through our comprehensive programs by 2031

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Girls Supported

Receiving menstrual dignity support and education annually

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Youth Trained

In leadership development and innovation programs

Annual

Research Impact

Evidence-based research influencing policy and innovation

Be Part of Our Growing Impact

Join us in creating measurable change that transforms communities and breaks the cycle of inequality.

PROGRAMS

Signature Programs

Transforming communities through targeted, evidence-based interventions that create lasting change

EDUCATION

Mentorship & Education

Comprehensive academic support and life mentorship programs empowering students to achieve their full potential through personalized guidance.

500+ Students Year-round
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HEALTH

Menstrual Health & Dignity

Providing menstrual products and education to young girls, breaking barriers to education and promoting dignity in communities.

5,000+ Girls Monthly
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TECHNOLOGY

Digital Learning Access

Bridging the digital divide through technology access and digital literacy, preparing youth for the modern economy.

300+ Devices 10 Centers
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LEADERSHIP

Youth Leadership Bootcamps

Intensive leadership development and skills training, building the next generation of responsible community leaders.

1,000+ Youth Quarterly
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RESEARCH

Community Research

Evidence-based research driving policy and innovation, creating data-driven solutions for lasting community change.

15+ Studies Ongoing
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INNOVATION

Innovation Hub

Fostering creativity and entrepreneurship among youth through innovation challenges and startup incubation programs.

50+ Startups Awards
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Ready to Make a Difference?

Join our programs or partner with us to create sustainable change in communities across Kenya.

OUR MISSION

We're building a future where every child can walk with dignity

Join us in creating sustainable change that breaks the cycle of inequality and empowers communities across Kenya to thrive.

Make a Donation

Your contribution directly funds programs that transform lives and create lasting change in communities.

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Partner With Us

Collaborate with us to amplify impact and create innovative solutions for community development.

Become a Partner

Join as Volunteer

Share your skills and passion to directly impact lives and build stronger communities together.

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"Volunteering with Start Walking Foundation gave me a chance to mentor students who reminded me why education matters. Seeing their determination to succeed despite challenges has been incredibly inspiring."
Sarah Wanjiku

SWF Volunteer & Mentor

Together, we've already reached:
10,000+ Lives Impacted 50+ Communities 25+ Partners

"Every action creates a ripple of change"