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GIVING TUESDAY

 This Thanksgiving, we reflect on gratitude and generosity, with Giving Tuesday highlighting our collective impact. By donating, you provide hope and support to those in need, enhancing the season's spirit. WDGA appreciates your consideration and generosity, which fuels our mission to make a difference. Thank you for sharing kindness this holiday season! 

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About WDGA - KENYA

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WDGA implemented its 2steps2work programs in Kenya in 2006. The Workforce Development Global Alliance (WDGA) prepares the youth – tomorrow’s workforce – for economic independence through employment opportunities.

Now the 3Steps2Work Campaign delivers a program that equips youth to resolve conflict (Get Along) and provides the career development skills to become employable (Get Ahead) while also connecting with parents to provide assistance and support (Connecting with Family).

Our 3-step program involves connecting youth and their families with the ethics of Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence!

These attributes lead to higher educational standards, improved performance, and upgraded quality of life helping to break barriers to destiny. Equipping Families with resources and create firm foundations.

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Our Initiative In Kenya

Our goal is to educate, expose and empower the youth of Kenya, and to help their lights shine as bright as possible.  

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WHAT'S NEW WDGA KENYA?!

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WDGA  Konza Job-shadow Training at AGL

WDGA 2022 GRADUATE

Jane Kushen now a full time employee at Nakuru Seed Company

WDGA 2022 GRADUATES

Internship at Loresho Eye Hospital in October 2024

2023 Employer Of The Year

Simon Andys, CEO (center) with 2024 Students on Job Shadow at Premier Seed Company.

Your SUPPORT is paving the way for a brighter future for WDGA students!


    3STEPS2WORK

    STEP 1

    STEP 2

    STEP 2

     Equips youth with problem-solving skills to resolve conflict.

    The program trains and equips 15-25 year olds [with an emphasis on high-school students] providing the essential tools needed to maintain peaceful relationships and succeed in today’s workforce. Program activities have been designed to further the organization’s five main goals: 

    Get Along

    STEP 2

    STEP 2

    STEP 2

    Provides the career development skills to become employable.


    We organize Job shadow day experiences for our students and we aim to place them in internships in their field of interest.


    We teach these 7 Fundamentals to team commitment

    Get Ahead

    STEP 3

    STEP 2

    STEP 3

    We offer a wide range of services to support students and families at all levels, including academic tutoring, test preparation, college admissions counseling, and more. Our services are tailored to the unique needs of each student/family to ensure the best possible outcomes.

    Connect Family

    THE FIRST STEP - GET ALONG

    GOAL #1

    GOAL #1

    GOAL #1

    To motivate opportunity youth to remain committed to their education by demystifying the path to formal labor market employment and drawing connections between the classroom and the workroom 

    GOAL #2

    GOAL #1

    GOAL #1

    To expose youth to career paths of opportunity and new ways to avert violence, so they can begin to envision hope where they live. 

    GOAL #3

    GOAL #1

    GOAL #3

    To empower youth by engaging their voice and developing their leadership skills, in order to cultivate the civic leaders of tomorrow. 

    GOAL #4

    GOAL #4

    GOAL #3

    To equip youth with the vocational and interpersonal experience necessary to be competitive in their career path. 

    GOAL #5

    GOAL #4

    GOAL #5

    To guide youth through their path to employment, helping them define personal goals and become self-sufficient citizens. 

    THE SECOND STEP - GET AHEAD

    FUNDAMENTAL #1

    FUNDAMENTAL #1

    FUNDAMENTAL #1

     Relationships matter the most. 

    FUNDAMENTAL #2

    FUNDAMENTAL #1

    FUNDAMENTAL #1

     Understand the real problem. 

    FUNDAMENTAL #3

    FUNDAMENTAL #1

    FUNDAMENTAL #3

     Shift mindsets and expectations. 

    FUNDAMENTAL #4

    FUNDAMENTAL #4

    FUNDAMENTAL #3

     Build capacity – relentlessly. 

    FUNDAMENTAL #5

    FUNDAMENTAL #4

    FUNDAMENTAL #5

     Teach grittiness for the long haul. 

    FUNDAMENTAL #6

    FUNDAMENTAL #4

    FUNDAMENTAL #5

     Work on social and emotional issues. 

    FUNDAMENTAL #7

    FUNDAMENTAL #7

    FUNDAMENTAL #7

     Coaching for life. 

    THE THIRD STEP - Connect Family

    ENCOURAGEMENT #1

    ENCOURAGEMENT #1

    ENCOURAGEMENT #1

    Empowering Parents: Our goal is to provide parents with the knowledge and tools they need to support their children’s growth. We offer workshops that focus on effective parenting strategies and child development. 

    ENCOURAGEMENT #2

    ENCOURAGEMENT #1

    ENCOURAGEMENT #1

    Building Stronger Families: We aim to create a supportive community where families can connect, share experiences, and access resources. Our family events foster connection and collaboration, helping families thrive together. 

    ENCOURAGEMENT #3

    ENCOURAGEMENT #1

    ENCOURAGEMENT #3

    Access to Educational Resources: We are committed to ensuring that families have access to essential educational materials and programs. From tutoring services to online courses, we provide resources to enhance learning at home. 

    ENCOURAGEMENT #4

    ENCOURAGEMENT #4

    ENCOURAGEMENT #3

    Promoting Mental Well-being: Recognizing the importance of mental health, we offer resources and support for families facing challenges. Our programs focus on building resilience and fostering emotional well-being. 

    ENCOURAGEMENT #5

    ENCOURAGEMENT #4

    ENCOURAGEMENT #5

    Financial Literacy and Stability: We strive to empower families with financial education, helping them manage budgets, save for the future, and make informed financial decisions that lead to stability. 

    ENCOURAGEMENT #6

    ENCOURAGEMENT #4

    ENCOURAGEMENT #5

    Career Development for Parents: Our goal is to support parents in their career journeys. We provide access to job training, resume workshops, and networking opportunities to help them achieve their professional goals. 

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