Tusome Project

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Leadership & GovernanceCompleted
2017 - 2022Nairobi's informal settlements

YIKE implemented the Tusome Project, a USAID-funded program with close support from Research Triangle International (RTI) targeting learners in Grade 1, 2 & 3 from Nairobi's informal settlements. The project focused on remediation by teacher assistants and provision of books and learning resources.

Key Activities

  • Remediation by Teacher Assistants
  • Book purchases and resource provision
  • Literacy outcome improvement

Impact

Improved literacy outcomes for foundational-level learners across informal settlement schools.

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