Case Studies | Plan International Kenya

Serafine: Girls want a gender equal future

A youth advocate from Kenya, Serafine believes that gender equality cannot be achieved without ensuring access to sexual and reproductive health information and services.

Girls’ rights advocates take the lead at AstraZeneca

Meet Florence, Linet, Harja and Nicole as they take over leadership roles at AstraZeneca to mark International Day of the Girl 2023.

The Dinner Ladies of Kilifi County

In Kilifi County, Kenya, a group of local mothers has stepped in as dinner ladies, making sure children get a hot meal – and therefore keep coming to class.

Food distributions support hunger crisis-hit pregnant women…

Sofia, 23 years old and 8 months pregnant, is among hundreds of pregnant women, mothers and young children in Tana River county, Kenya, who are receiving support through the provision of ready-to-use…

A day in the life of a humanitarian in drought-stricken communities…

Two humanitarian workers in Kenya's Tana River County talk about their everyday experiences responding to hunger and malnutrition among infants, lactating mothers and pregnant women.

New technology improves birth registration and health services…

Healthcare and birth registration are improving in Kwale County, Kenya, thanks to some innovative new technology implemented by Plan International Kenya and partners.

Solar power provides new opportunities for female entrepreneurs…

Women are turning the lives of their families around in Kilifi county, thanks to a solar power project from Plan International Kenya.

Getting an education against the odds

Despite facing many barriers in her life, Kavindu is determined to get an education with the help of a Plan International Kenya bursary.

Involving men in family care and support

Nicholas, 46, is a single father who was unable to support his 2 children. However, following skills and money management training, he has turned his family’s fortunes around and is now supporting…

Digital training for teachers spreads use of technology

Teachers in Tharaka North are now better able to teach children about digital literacy following training provided by Plan International Kenya.

Children graduates as champions of change

Over 400 children have graduated as ‘Champions of Change’ after taking part in children’s clubs to support our work alongside girls to make cities safer places.

Skills training provides a new dawn for Naiserian

Three years ago Naiserian was so depressed that she tried to take her own life. Now, thanks to skills training, she has a good job and is spreading financial skills and knowledge throughout…