Ngong Road Children's Foundation

We empower Nairobi children living in poverty to transform their lives through education and support, leading to employment.

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Feb 03 2026

Empowering High School Graduates for 21st Century Success

The leap from high school to adulthood requires more than just academic knowledge; it requires a specialized toolkit for the 21st century. Our recent programs have equipped graduates with the resilience and practical expertise needed to navigate a rapidly changing landscape.

Three Pillars of Student Success

To ensure a holistic transition, our curriculum focused on three critical areas of development:

  • Life Skills Training: Beyond the classroom, students mastered essential “adulting” skills, including financial literacy, emotional intelligence, and effective conflict resolution.
  • Career Development: We moved past traditional job searching to focus on career agility, teaching students how to build personal brands and adapt to a shifting “gig” economy.
  • Substance Abuse Awareness: Protecting our students’ futures means equipping them with the facts. Our program focused on health-conscious decision-making and stress-management techniques to navigate new freedoms safely.

Insights from the Higher Education & Skills Expo

A central highlight was our students’ attendance at the Major Higher Education and Skills Expo. This event served as a compass for their next steps in education and vocational training.

Key Expo Takeaways:

  • The AI Revolution: Students explored how Artificial Intelligence and digital technologies are reshaping every industry, from medicine to the arts.
  • Practical Over Theoretical: The event emphasized that “knowing” is no longer enough; “doing” is the new currency. There was a heavy focus on gaining technical, hands-on skills.
  • 21st Century Adaptability: Experts guided students on how to prepare for a “borderless” world of work where the ability to learn and re-skill is the ultimate competitive advantage.

Ready for the Future

By blending personal wellness with professional strategy, our graduates aren’t just entering the workforce; they are prepared to lead it. They leave us with the mindset to embrace emerging trends and the character to handle life’s challenges with confidence.

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Ngong Road Children’s Foundation

PO Box 1765-00502

Karen, Nairobi, Kenya

0792-745-612 (Mobile) [email protected]

Covenant Guest House Road, gate no.9

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