Impact
When you invest in a girl's education, you invest in the whole community for girls.
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Girls enrolled in our mentorship program
We work closely with community members to identify girls at risk of FGM, early marriage, and dropout—particularly at a rural primary school impacted by climate change-related drought and poverty—and enroll them in our Keep Pokot Girls in School Mentorship Program. Keyang Tipin Foundation provides full tuition sponsorship from 7th through 12th grade, following each student through whichever high school she is assigned to. Our field team delivers tailored support across every stage: focusing on literacy and education pathways in primary school, and transitioning to practical skills training, career guidance, and university or technical school application assistance in high school. Throughout their journey, the girls receive continuous, life-saving trainings on sexual and reproductive health, menstrual hygiene management, child rights, and the prevention of GBV, FGM/C, and early marriage.
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Students and community members trained
We visit schools and communities in Pokot and Machakos counties and educated learners of all ages. The content of our trainings and workshops varied by community and age group, but mostly focused on reducing gender-based violence, menstrual health and hygiene and sexual and reproductive health. We provide resources for students experiencing GBV and sparked conversations about steps to achieve gender equity.
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Packs of pads distributed to 10 partner schools
Keyang Tipin Foundation holds drives for menstrual hygiene products to provide girls with a year's supply of pads. We provide sexual and reproductive health and menstrual hygiene education, so that girls can learn to manage their periods with dignity. Our goal is that no girl misses school due to a lack of sanitary pads.
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Girls rescued from early marriage
With the help of family and community members, Keyang Tipin identified girls who were trafficked by trusted adult family members and were almost forced to undergo FGM and early marriage. The Keyang Tipin team removed the girls from their difficult situations and enrolled them in the Keep Pokot Girls in School Mentorship Program, giving them the chance to pursue their education and a brighter future.
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Girls completed high school
We are thrilled to announce two girls in our Keep Pokot Girls in School Mentorship Program were the first cohort of high school graduates in 2024. 5 girls completed high school in 2025 and 5 additional girls are expected to complete high school in 2026. This milestone is a significant achievement for these girls, marking a big step in their educational journey.
Testimonials
Hear from some of the girls who have benefited from our Keep Pokot Girls in School Mentorship Program.