A movement since 2014

Young people, leading the change Makueni deserves.

We mobilize, collaborate, empower and transform youth to take their rightful place in decision-making — across governance, education and enterprise.

Youth-owned. Youth-led. Youth-driven.
Makueni youth in a civic engagement forum
10+

years building youth voice & leadership in the county

2014

Founded as a community-based organization

3

Flagship programs across the county

6+

Partner institutions & funders

1000s

Young people reached & mobilized

Our Programs

Three ways we turn youth potential into power.

Each program confronts a systemic barrier — and replaces it with skills, voice, and opportunity.

01 Advocacy & Civic Engagement

Advocacy & Civic Engagement

We equip young people with civic knowledge and confidence to shape county planning, budgets and policy — and to hold leaders accountable.

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02 Leadership & Talent Development

Leadership & Talent Development

Structured training and mentorship that nurtures confident, values-driven leaders ready to take up roles in their communities.

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03 Education & Capacity Enhancement

Education & Capacity Enhancement

We assess learning outcomes and gender gaps, then turn evidence into action — lobbying duty bearers for responsive policy and budgets.

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Makueni Youth Network members
10+Years strong
Who We Are

A youth-led movement confronting systemic barriers.

Makueni Youth Network CBO was founded in 2014 to build a movement of young people committed to driving positive change across social, educational, political and economic spaces.

We believe young people are transformative leaders. Our mission is to mobilize, collaborate, empower and transform youth to actively engage in decision-making — increasing representation and grassroots civic action.

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Our Vision

A just community where young people enjoy dignified lives.

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Our Mission

To enhance the purpose, rights and talents of young people as active citizens and agents of change.

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Our Impact

News, stories & the change we are making.

28May Bridging the Gap: Youth Leading Change in Governance and Accountability.
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Bridging the Gap: Youth Leading Change in Governance and Accountability.

In Kenya, the principles of devolution promise greater public participation, equitable development, and localized decision-making. Yet, for many young people, women, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Makueni County, those […]

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28May Empowering Youth: Advocating for Rights and Sustainable Futures in Kenya
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Empowering Youth: Advocating for Rights and Sustainable Futures in Kenya

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28May Bridging Gaps Through Education, Knowledge Development, and Research
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Bridging Gaps Through Education, Knowledge Development, and Research

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Trusted Partners

We don't do this alone.

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Your support keeps youth at the decision table.

Donate, volunteer your time, or partner with us. Every contribution funds civic training, mentorship and advocacy across Makueni County.