Goals of Project Daraja
- To support the target community in development activities that will be planned and implemented cooperatively.
- To build networks that develop indigenous capacity, appropriate technology and skill at all levels.
- To develop and maintain relationships which provide effective channels for mutual growth and action with our partners.
- To identify, promote and expand equitable and participatory involvement of women in the development process in alleviating poverty, improving health and expanding the use of restorative justice principles.
- To facilitate the right ability of our partners to
attain their full potential and to assist their
communities achieve their collective potential.
Project goals for the next year:
- Education and Training
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- Launch two-year Diploma in NGO Management in partnership with Kenyatta University
- Partnership with Kenya National NGO Council on training and workshops for NGO management
- Restorative Justice
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- Nationwide community-based training and program development on mediation and restorative justice – funded by Kenya Ministry of Justice and U.S. Embassy Department of Cultural Affairs and Fulbright Program
- Continued partnership with Children’s Law Center of Kenya regarding children’s rights
- Community Development
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- Direct contribution of funds for:
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- Transportation costs to deliver 25,000 books from Books for Africa
- Roundabout Playground Pumps to ensure safe water supply to schools
- Community development work with two local villages to:
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- Develop sustainable water supplies
- A nurse exchange initiative to provide basic public heath information programs through local schools and clinics
- Support women’s groups in developing cottage industry projects and AID’s awareness and prevention