What we do
To achieve wholistic development of the modern-day young person. Rafikistry endeavors to make sure that all our projects, activities to make sure that all our projects, activities, and programmes, fall under (but not limited to) seven main pillars “SKEEALS” simply read as skills.
Why Skills? The Oxford Advanced Learners Dictionary defines a skill as the ability to do something well. The Online Free Dictionary defines a skill as the ability to do something well. The Online Free Dictionary defines a skill as the proficiency, facility, or dexterity that is acquired or developed through training or experience or a developed talent or ability.
S – SEXUAL REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
Offers a continuum of reproductive health, sexuality, and anti- violence education to youth, in and out of school. The program operates from a harm reduction perspective and utilizes a youth-oriented approach.
Rafikistry adheres to belief that by providing youth with comprehensive, non-judgmental information, we enhance their ability to make positive health decisions. The sexuality education would incorporate sexual rights, discourse on sexual and reproductive health of both male and female.
K – KIKE – KEEP IN KEEP EMPOWERED Which Bore DUDE – A Dude Updated is a Dude Empowered
The Project seeks to work with young persons in Kenya (ages12to 21) to provide a safe space for them to address their particular concerns. Safe spaces acknowledge these concerns and provide an environment where questions can be asked, experiences shared and solutions devised. it also helps young people value people of all genders and use respectful communication in all their relationships.
E – ESSENTIAL LIFESSKILLS World Health Organization (WHO) has defined life skills as the abilities for adaptive and positive behavior that enable individuals to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life. Life Skills help teens gain functional skills that support independence.
E – ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT Whose objectives are the economic emancipation and empowerment of our youth and women groups through skills acquisition for various trades and ventures; to stimulate the creative imagination, talent and curiosity of our youth in the pursuit for development and excellence; to promote self-reliance, particularly among our youth, thereby eliminating idleness with its attendant vices and to enhance the socio-economic status of the youth.
A – ACADEMIC and CAREER MENTORSHIP This program aims at motivating the youth to achieve more in life. It seeks to instill in the youth a sense of confidence empowering them to aim higher in life while also enhancing their skills in personal management to better their lives.
Additionally, the program includes the development of a community library, providing a valuable resource for learning and growth. The library serves as a hub for knowledge, offering access to books, educational materials, and workshops, further supporting the youth in their journey towards personal and academic success.
L – LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE When youth develop useful skills and build self-confidence, we establish capable, effective leaders. The overall goal is to bring a youth voice bring a youth voice to community issues while developing confident, independent and motivated youth leaders.