Uwezo Project
Project Snapshot
Ask Amount
KES 1,534,600
Project Stage
PilotLaunch Date
Monday, April 1st, 2024
Project Manager
Mary Mutua
Project Partners Inc
'- country government of kajiado - Caritas Machakos branch - Streets an Slum Implimentation Program
Project Summary
This scholarship program targets 18-35 year old marginalized youth and teenage mothers who dropped out of school. It equips them with hospitality skills to pursue employment or self-employment, reducing poverty.
Intervention Areas
Target Population
Problem Statement
Marginalized youth and teenage mothers in slums lack skills and education, leading to high unemployment and poverty.
Proposed Solution
Provide a 6-month scholarship training program in hospitality skills to equip youth for employment or entrepreneurship.
Expected Impact
Increased employability, improved economic conditions/income, and the creation of new youth-led small businesses.
Sustainability Plan
Sustainability relies on grants, corporate sponsorships, income from a model hotel enterprise, and beneficiary/alumni contributions.
Budget Breakdown
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