Jitegemee Children's Program is a non-governmental organization that provides educational and integrated support services for children and youth living in poverty in Machakos, Kenya. One of Jitegemee's key programs is the Vocational Training Program, which provides young people with the skills and knowledge they need to earn an income and live dignified lives. Ready to see how this program equips young people for financial stability? Follow along as we explore the path to sustainable economic … [Read more...]
A Dear Friend Visits Jitegemee
From 2-9 September, a small group of visitors from the United States of America came to Jitegemee. This group included David Woods, a longtime friend of Jitegemee, along with Abby Kral and Catherine Mosca, both board members in the U.S.A. Here's David's report from his visit to Kenya, Machakos, and Jitegemee: I have known Farah Stockman since before she founded Jitegemee. I was a colleague of her mother, Ida Stockman, at Howard University. I served on the board of Jitegemee for a few years more … [Read more...]
Vocational Class 11 Students give new Exec Director Tour of Machakos
Welcome to Machakos! On Thursday, August 19, a group of Jitegemee Vocational Class 11 students gave new Jitegemee Executive Director, Verity Norman-Tichawangana, a tour of Machakos and the sites of their trade attachments. This group of students is nearing the end of the 18-month training they receive as part of Jitegemee's 2-year vocational training program. Every year, 35-40 young people who have previously lived or worked on the streets are selected for this vocational training … [Read more...]