EFAC Co-Founder Prof Leah Marangu Honored at Annual DIAR Awards
The National Diversity and Inclusion Awards & Recognition (DIAR Awards), is an initiative of Daima Trust that recognizes employers, institutions, organizations, and individuals who champion Diversity, and promote Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), in the workplace and society. EFAC Co-Founder Professor Leah Marangu was nominated in the “Eminent Leaders” category. Among a field of other worthy nominees, EFAC is honored that Prof Marangu was named the winner in this category and recognized for her seminal contributions to Kenya and EFAC.
Read More
EFAC Recognized at Annual DIAR Awards
The National Diversity and Inclusion Awards & Recognition (DIAR Awards), is an initiative of Daima Trust that recognizes employers, institutions, organizations, and individuals who champion Diversity, and promote Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), in the workplace and society. EFAC was nominated in the “NGOs Promoting Human Rights and Sustainable Development”. Among a field of other worthy nominees, EFAC is proud to be named the winner in this category and recognized for the value of our model for creating change.
Read More
Student Reflection: At the Heart of Science
It excites me to see that we, as a society, are getting to a place where what I have to offer is considered more than who or what I am. A round of applause for social change as we celebrate all women and girls in science across the world, we deserve it.
Read More
Alumna Reflection: A New Era for Sustainability
The tech world (one that I am crazy about), is predominantly male-dominated, but recently, women have made deliberate strides to bridge this gap. The truth is, if we want to achieve holistic societal development, then the world of science and technology has to carry women and girls with it.
Read More
Empowered by EFAC: A Journey of Education and Leadership
EFAC didn't just support my education; it nurtured my dreams and aspirations. Their unwavering commitment to the vision of "educate, elevate, and employ" has been the driving force behind my journey. As I prepare to step into the next phase of my academic journey, I am profoundly grateful for the opportunities EFAC has provided.
Read More
Ingredients of a Great Partnership: Crafting Success Stories Together
I will share a story of collaboration, shared vision, and the remarkable journey that unfolded as a result of our partnership with EFAC. This alliance, as I will endeavor to illustrate, has not only proven to be one of our most successful collaborations but also a shining example of what can be achieved when two entities commit to a common purpose.
Read More
International Day of Education: Towards Inclusivity // Learning for Lasting Peace
In recognition of the critical role that education plays in promoting societal and personal development, peace, and prosperity, EFAC joins the rest of the world to celebrate International Education Day on January 24th, as a reminder of the importance of providing universal access to education to foster a more inclusive, sustainable, and peaceful future.
Read More
My Journey of a Thousand Miles
Seeing that bright future in a girl who didn’t know how the trajectory of her life would be and providing the light so that she could start her journey still amazes me. It has been a journey of guidance, love and support to ensure that my dreams were achieved.
Read More
My EFAC Odyssey: From Samburu’s Plains to Silicon Dreams
Picture this: a young boy, me, Marko Ewoi, born and raised in the vast, sun-soaked plains of Samburu, Kenya. Education wasn't a distant dream; it was a mirage shimmering on the horizon. But then, like a bolt from the blue, came EFAC - the Education for All Children program.
Read More
Ready for the Future
EFAC’s focus on community engagement has instilled in me a deep sense of empathy and social responsibility. Through community service, I have had the privilege of making a positive impact on those in need and have developed a true understanding of the importance of giving back to society.
Read More
Building the Ecosystem: EFAC + NABU Join Forces
In a remarkable collaboration between two organizations, NABU and Education For All Children (EFAC), the true power of community service was demonstrated through the NABU-EFAC Literacy Champions initiative. This initiative saw EFAC scholars returning to their former primary schools, armed with the NABU App, to conduct reading sessions and establish book reading clubs.
Read More
EFAC Receives $1.2 Million Endowment Gift
Portsmouth, NH - November 1, 2023 - Education For All Children (EFAC), a nonprofit organization that is disrupting poverty in Kenya by delivering a comprehensive education-to-employment program, is thrilled to announce that it received an endowment gift of $1.2 million from an anonymous family foundation.
Read More
Celebrating the Wezesha Class of 2023!
October 6th marked a special day for the 25 recent EFAC graduates. These newly minted EFAC Fellows completed their Wezesha Journey and are now headed into the world of work to continue their path toward success as leaders and changemakers!
Read More
Jaylen Brown Takes Advocacy International with EFAC
Education For All Children (EFAC) recently welcomed Boston Celtics player and founder of The 7uice Foundation Jaylen Brown at one of their annual workshops. An exceptional athlete and social justice advocate, Brown set a goal to expand his footprint as a global citizen in 2023. The synergy between the two organizations led to this initial engagement with EFAC Scholars in Kenya.
Read More
Unveiling the Resilient Voice: EFAC Scholar Lydia Reflects on her Journey
Lydia Wambui is part of EFAC’s Wezesha Class of 2023, currently completing her Bachelor of Arts (Theatre Arts and Films Technology) course at Kenyatta University. Hers is a journey from silence to empowerment, as she made her way from being teased for her voice and not being heard over her siblings to becoming a self-assured EFAC Scholar.
Read More
Purposeful Partnership: EFAC x NABU
Thanks to EFAC’s partnership with NABU, the most recent class of students to join post-secondary were busy giving back while they waited to join university. NABU aims to eradicate illiteracy through creation and distribution of authentic mother-tongue children's books and community engagement.
Read More
EFAC Wezesha Workshop 2023
EFAC Scholars recently attended the annual Wezesha Workshop for scholars graduating from EFAC’s 8-year program! The week-long workshop focused on career readiness, networking, and practical skill-building to prepare them for life after post-secondary school. Thanks to the many professional mentors and presenters who joined us to send our scholars on the next phase of their journey with confidence!
Read More
EFAC Scholar Maxwel Earns Tech Certification from Nairobi's Moringa School
Meet EFAC Scholar Maxwel Ochieng, a determined and passionate individual, currently pursuing his dreams as a fourth-year Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering student at KCA University and also recently earned a Certification in DevOps Engineering.
Read More
Rising From Adversity: Jared Vincent's Journey of Resilience, Education, and Hope
The beauty of our scholars’ stories is that they all speak to resilience and commitment; that our backgrounds do not have to define our future.
I am Jared Vincent. Having stayed with my maternal grandmother until I was joining class three, I finally moved in with my dad in Nairobi after my mum’s death. I was enrolled in school but had to repeat a year to improve my English and Swahili.
Read More
Bridge-to-College: Taking the Next Step
Congratulations to these 88 EFAC Scholars on taking the next step toward post-secondary education! The 4-week Bridge-to-College workshop was engaging, educational and fun! Many thanks to the students, volunteers and staff for making the workshop a success.
Read More
