Boys Empowerment Program
This program will help end the cycle of gender discrimination in Limuru and guide boys into becoming responsible and respectful men.
The Problem
It’s well-known that girls often face tougher challenges than boys in their daily lives. They encounter obstacles like limited access to education, early marriage, and gender-based violence, all fuelled by deeply ingrained social norms. That’s why empowering girls has rightly been a top priority in development efforts worldwide.
However, our partners in Kenya have noticed a downside to this focus on girls’ empowerment. In communities like Limuru, they’ve witnessed many boys, lacking guidance and support, turn to substance abuse and grow into men who reinforce the belief that women and girls should be subservient to men and confined to domestic roles.
The Program
To tackle this issue, the Boys Empowerment Program will help end this cycle of gender discrimination in Limuru and guide boys into becoming responsible men. The program will be conducted in a “kids camp” style during school holidays, and mentors will cover important topics like respecting women and girls, the dangers of drugs and alcohol, coping with peer pressure, and recognizing positive and negative behaviours.
Sustainability is a key aspect of the program, with graduates being engaged as mentors for future groups. This approach not only keeps graduates involved but also provides younger children with role models closer to their age, improving learning and positive behaviour reinforcement.
How Your Gift Helps!
Your gift helps equip boys in Limuru with the tools they need to grow into respectful, responsible men. Through engaging camps and mentorship, they learn to reject harmful behaviours and embrace positive values.
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will be used to improve the lives of children in Kenya, thanks to some generous donors who pay all our overhead.
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About Us
International Needs Canada is a charitable organization with a global network of 34 partner countries. Our approach to development relies on the empowerment of indigenous leaders to bring about change in their local communities. We focus primarily on the empowerment of vulnerable children through education, health and wellness, character development, and skills training.
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International Needs Canada
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Office: 1-905-389-1118
Email: info@internationalneeds.ca
Address: 230-1119 Fennell Ave E.,
Hamilton, ON, Canada, L8T 1S2
Charity Number: #12994 3072 RR0001