Youth-led solutions for an inclusive future
For over 22 years, YIKE has been at the forefront of youth empowerment in Kenya — building leaders, strengthening governance, and creating economic opportunities.
Serving Kenyan youth since 2003
Across governance, health, education, and economic empowerment
Direct beneficiaries across Kenya
International and local organizations
What We Do
Two pillars driving youth impact
Leadership & Governance
We strengthen democratic governance by building the capacity of young people to participate in political processes, hold leaders accountable, and shape policies that affect their lives. From election observation to county budget tracking, we equip youth with tools for meaningful civic engagement.
- Civic education & voter registration
- Election monitoring & observation
- Youth governance & policy advocacy
- Women in leadership programmes
Economic Empowerment
We create pathways to economic opportunity for young Kenyans through enterprise development, digital skills training, and access to finance. We believe economic independence is the foundation for meaningful youth participation in society.
Learn moreOur Programmes
Driving change across Kenya
Our programmes span governance strengthening and economic empowerment, reaching young people in over 30 counties.
Training & Research Program
Long-term capacity-building program strengthening youth leadership while addressing GBV prevention, SRHR, digital literacy, peacebuilding, and economic empowerment.
Digital Literacy Program
Market-oriented digital skills training for youth from informal settlements, equipping them with ICT, entrepreneurship, and life skills.
Youth Desk Programme
A project linking youth groups to financiers, providing revolving funds and credit to graduates of YIKE's capacity building programme.
FLANA (Usawa Agenda)
National research partnership conducting Foundational Learning and Numeracy Assessment across schools and communities.
“YIKE gave me the tools and confidence to participate in governance. Today, I serve as a youth representative in my county assembly, advocating for policies that affect young people.”
Our Partners
Working together for impact
Be Part of the Change
Join YIKE in empowering the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers across Kenya. Together, we can build a more inclusive and prosperous future.