Our Goal
To raise a new generation of empowered African children, grounded in their history, confident in their identity, and equipped to lead with purpose.
Exciting News: Launching Our Saturday Morning Pan-African Class!
We’re proud to announce the launch of our Saturday Morning Pan-African Class—a transformative program designed to guide children ages 8–13 through the vital journey of mental decolonization.
This initiative is about more than education. It’s about helping the next generation reclaim their identity, understand their history, and grow into empowered leaders rooted in African values.
Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where young minds can explore who they are, where they come from, and how they can shape the future.
We believe this program will spark meaningful change, not just for the children, but for our communities as a whole. Thank you for walking with us on this journey toward liberation, confidence, and unity.
Our Mission
To inspire children through the richness of African cultures, nurture their creativity, and help them embrace their unique identities through Pan-African education.
We are committed to creating a safe, empowering space where children can grow in knowledge, confidence, and purpose. With access to diverse learning resources, experienced mentors, and peer connection, they will be encouraged to explore their heritage, expand their horizons, and imagine new possibilities.
Together, we look forward to the bright future they will shape, for themselves, their communities, and the world.Through this program, we plan to bring about positive change, especially for those who have been negatively impacted by colonization. We believe that everyone deserves equal opportunities to discover their true potential in life, and we are committed to being a part of that journey with you. We look forward to welcoming the children to our Saturday morning Pan-African class where we can learn and grow together as a community.
Our Community:Mukuru Kwa Njenga:
Mukuru Kwa Njenga is situated in the Mukuru slums which are densely populated areas in Nairobi that are characterized by sub-standard housing facilities, limited access to basic amenities such as clean water and sanitation, poor infrastructure, and abject poverty. The slums have become notorious for various challenges such as crime, drug abuse, prostitution, and other social vices. Despite these challenges, the resilient people of Mukuru have been able to persevere and make positive strides in improving their community.
Our outreach program seeks to address some of the challenges faced by the community’s children by implementing two projects. The first is the Saturday morning Pan-African classes aimed at empowering the youth with knowledge on various topics centred around African culture, history, and identity. The second phase is a Young Entrepreneur Program that seeks to train and equip young people and their parents with the necessary skills and resources to start and manage a small businesses. Through these phases, we aim to contribute positively to the development of the Mukuru community and help in creating a brighter future for its residents.
Our Curriculum
Our curriculum offers many ways to inspire and impact young learners through maps, stories, and interactive activities. Encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and open discussions helps develop essential skills for future leaders. By committing to mental decolonization and guidance, we can shape confident and empowered individuals prepared to face any challenges. Let's grow and transform together!
Understanding Identity and Culture Objective: Introduce children to the concepts of identity and culture, helping them recognize their own cultural background and appreciate diversity.
- Lesson: “Who Am I?”
- Introduce the concept of identity: name, family, language, traditions.
- Activity: Create an identity collage with pictures and words that represent their background.
- Lesson: “Exploring Cultures”
- Discuss different cultures around the world.
- Activity: Research and present a culture different from their own.
- Lesson: “Celebrating Diversity”
- Explain the importance of respecting and valuing different cultures.
- Activity: Design a poster showcasing diverse cultures and their contributions.
Module 2: Unpacking Colonization Objective: Provide a simplified historical overview of colonization and its impact on societies.
- Lesson: “What is Colonization?”
- Define colonization and its effects.
- Activity: Draw a timeline of colonization events with simple illustrations.
- Lesson: “The Colonized World”
- Explore how colonization affected various regions.
- Activity: Create a world map highlighting colonized areas.
- Lesson: “Colonial Myths”
- Discuss common misconceptions perpetuated by colonial narratives.
- Activity: Write a short story debunking a colonial myth.
Module 3: Recognizing Colonial Mindsets Objective: Help children understand how colonial thinking influences perceptions and attitudes.
- Lesson: “Power Dynamics”
- Explain power imbalances between colonizers and colonized people.
- Activity: Role-play scenarios highlighting power dynamics.
- Lesson: “Stereotypes and Bias”
- Discuss stereotypes and biases formed during colonization.
- Activity: Analyze media for stereotypes and suggest alternatives.
- Lesson: “Language and Identity”
- Explore the impact of language on identity and colonial language suppression.
- Activity: Design a poster promoting linguistic diversity.
Module 4: Decolonizing the Mind Objective: Encourage critical thinking and offer tools for decolonization.
- Lesson: “Learning Multiple Histories”
- Discuss the importance of learning from diverse historical perspectives.
- Activity: Research and present a historical event from a non-colonial viewpoint.
- Lesson: “Cultural Revival”
- Explore efforts to revive traditional practices post-colonization.
- Activity: Participate in a cultural activity from a different culture.
- Lesson: “Empathy and Advocacy”
- Teach empathy and the importance of advocating for marginalized groups.
- Activity: Create a skit demonstrating empathy and support.
Module 5: Building a Decolonized Future Objective: Encourage children to envision a world free from colonial influences.
- Lesson: “Reimagining Education”
- Discuss how education can be decolonized.
- Activity: Design a classroom of the future that embraces diverse cultures.
- Lesson: “Respecting Land and Environment”
- Explore indigenous knowledge of land stewardship.
- Activity: Plant a communal garden and learn about indigenous farming practices.
- Lesson: “Being Agents of Change”
- Empower children to take action against neocolonialism.
- Activity: Create a public service announcement advocating for equality and diversity.
