At KI4BLI, we believe in holistic community development. Our programs in education, livelihoods, and community engagement are designed to create sustainable change and empower both displaced and host communities in Kalobeyei.
Building futures through learning
Creating economic opportunities
Strengthening social bonds
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Empowering minds, building futures, and creating opportunities through quality education and digital literacy
Education as the Foundation of Dignity
KI4BLI is committed to contributing to the broader Education Vision as outlined in foundational documents from international, regional, national, and local frameworks. At the international level, KI4BLI aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs) 2030, specifically Target 4.1, which aims to ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable, and quality primary and secondary education, and Target 4.2, which focuses on access to quality early childhood education to prepare children for primary schooling. Regionally, KI4BLI supports the aspirations of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, particularly Goal 18, which envisions empowered and engaged youth and children. Additionally, the East African Community Vision 2050 emphasizes quality and access to education under Goal 3.7.1 (a) (1), aiming to build an inclusive and quality education system that promotes sustainable development and social cohesion. At the national level, KI4BLI aligns with Kenya’s Vision 2030 and SHIRIKA PLAN objectives 2 Access to integrated Services and 3 Human Capital & Skills Development, which aspire to create an educated and skilled population capable of generating, sharing, and utilizing knowledge effectively. Locally, through the Kalobeyei Integrated Socio-Economic Development Program (KISEDP II) 2023-27, KI4BLI supports the strategic objective of increasing access to quality and cost-effective education within refugee and host communities.
Nursery and primary education with SEL, digital, play, and project based learner pedagogies and active parental engagement
Youth-led social entrepreneurship and peacebuilding
Parental engagement and teacher development
An internationally accredited secondary school program offering a second chance to learners whose education was interrupted by systemic barriers, conflict, or displacement.
Builds entrepreneurship, digital economy, and vocational skills for youth and caregivers, backed by mentorship, apprenticeships, and access to finance and market opportunities, enabling them to support the development and education of their dependents.
Creating Economic Independence
KI4BLI contributes to the Livelihood Vision by aligning with key international, regional, national, and local frameworks. At the international level, KI4BLI supports UN-SDGs Target 1.1 on eradicating extreme poverty and Target 8.3 on promoting productive activities, decent jobs, and entrepreneurship. Regionally, KI4BLI aligns with AU Agenda 2063, focusing on incomes, jobs, decent work (Goal 1), and sustainable, inclusive economic growth (Goal 4). The EAC Vision 2050 emphasizes enhancing tourism, trade, and services within the region and globally (Goal 3.5). Nationally, Kenya Vision 2030 prioritizes Business Process Offshoring (BPO) to create at least 7,500 jobs, leveraging digital connectivity to offer global business services, and SHIRIKA PLAN objective 5 Sustainable Economic Development. KI4BLI’s livelihood initiatives reflect these aspirations by fostering entrepreneurship, job creation.
Refugee-led e-commerce marketplace connecting local products to global markets
Textile production hub empowering women caregivers with sustainable income
Refugee-led e-commerce marketplace connecting local products to global markets
Empowering youth and caregivers to achieve sustainable livelihoods through skills development, mentorship, and improved access to employment opportunities
Supporting graduates in accessing loans, grants, and other financing opportunities to grow their businesses and livelihoods.
Supporting farmers with business and financial literacy skills, savings practices, and access to market opportunities.
Supporting caregivers with hands-on skills training and opportunities to transition into sustainable livelihoods.
Strengthens families through one integrated curriculum: sexual & reproductive health, nutrition, MHPSS-SEL, and livelihood. Enabling the family as a safe space for caregivers and children, enhancing the child's transition preparedness to education and caregivers' transition to livelihood opportunities as a result.
Health, Nutrition & Cultural Unity
We strengthen the wellbeing of vulnerable populations through integrated health, nutrition, and cultural support services. From sprout farming to SRHR education and emergency relief, our work uplifts communities with care and dignity.
Innovative sprout farming for family nutrition and sustainable food security
Sexual and reproductive health education for youth and women empowerment
Emergency food and non-food response for vulnerable families in crisis
Cultural events and activities fostering peace and social cohesion
Our programs are transforming lives across Kalobeyei - and the data proves our commitment to creating lasting, meaningful change in every community we serve.
Community members reached through our programs
Of program participants are women and girls
Revenue generated to support sustainability
Children receiving quality education
Join us in creating sustainable change that transforms communities and empowers lives across Kalobeyei and beyond.