Youth in Action
Empowering Young People to Lead, Create and Transform Their Communities
The youth are the future of our societies. Developing sustainable societies requires investing in young people and children. Through Youth in Action, SRI nurtures young people as leaders, innovators, athletes, advocates and active citizens
The youth are the future of our societies. Developing sustainable societies requires investing in young people and children. In addition to the other interventions in the other programs, SRI has developed specific interventions to develop and nurture the youth and children as a key pillar for the future of the community. These include:
- Leadership and talent development
- Sports and recreation
- Youth leadership development
- Youth dialogues
- Trainings and capacity building
- Youth exchanges and exposure programs
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SRI’s youth programming complements other community development interventions by creating dedicated spaces where young people can learn, lead, dialogue, build skills and discover their potential.
SRI’s youth programming complements other community development interventions by creating dedicated spaces where young people can learn, lead, dialogue, build skills and discover their potential.
Youth and children are a key pillar for the future of the community
In addition to interventions under SRI’s other programmes, Youth in Action focuses specifically on developing and nurturing young people and children as a foundation for sustainable community transformation.
The programme supports young people to become confident, responsible and skilled members of society. It creates opportunities for leadership, creativity, recreation, dialogue, exposure and meaningful participation in community life.
By investing in youth and children today, SRI contributes to stronger families, safer communities, better decision-making and a more sustainable future.
Youth in Action is built on a simple belief: when young people are equipped, heard and supported, they become drivers of positive change.
The Youth in Action programme is delivered through practical interventions that build confidence, leadership, talent, skills and community participation.
The Youth in Action programme is delivered through practical interventions that build confidence, leadership, talent, skills and community participation.
Leadership and Talent Development
Identifying and nurturing young people’s abilities in leadership, creativity, sports, innovation and community service so they can grow into confident role models.
Sports and Recreation
Using sports, games and recreation as platforms for teamwork, discipline, healthy living, talent discovery and positive youth engagement.
Youth Leadership Development
Equipping young people with leadership skills, responsibility, communication, decision-making and the confidence to participate in community processes.
Youth Dialogues
Creating safe spaces where young people can discuss issues affecting them, share ideas, build confidence and contribute to solutions.
Trainings and Capacity Building
Providing practical training and mentorship to strengthen life skills, employability, entrepreneurship, advocacy and personal development.
Youth Exchanges and Exposure Programs
Connecting young people to new environments, networks and learning experiences that broaden their thinking and inspire ambition.
SRI works with young people, children, families, mentors, coaches and community leaders to create a supportive environment for youth development.
The programme is not only about giving young people opportunities; it is also about giving them voice, responsibility and space to shape the future of their community.
- Participation: Youth are involved in identifying needs, planning activities and leading initiatives.
- Mentorship: Young people are guided by community leaders, trainers, coaches and role models.
- Practical learning: Activities focus on real-life skills, teamwork and problem-solving.
- Inclusion: The programme encourages participation by both boys and girls, including vulnerable youth.
- Community service: Youth are encouraged to contribute positively to their surroundings.
SRI works with young people, children, families, mentors, coaches and community leaders to create a supportive environment for youth development.
The programme is not only about giving young people opportunities; it is also about giving them voice, responsibility and space to shape the future of their community.
- Participation: Youth are involved in identifying needs, planning activities and leading initiatives.
- Mentorship: Young people are guided by community leaders, trainers, coaches and role models.
- Practical learning: Activities focus on real-life skills, teamwork and problem-solving.
- Inclusion: The programme encourages participation by both boys and girls, including vulnerable youth.
- Community service: Youth are encouraged to contribute positively to their surroundings.
Youth in Action combines structured learning with creative, social and recreational activities that help young people develop holistically.
Youth in Action combines structured learning with creative, social and recreational activities that help young people develop holistically.
Sports Tournaments
Football and recreational activities that promote talent, teamwork and discipline
Leadership Workshops
Sessions that build confidence, communication and decision-making skills.
Dialogue Forums
Safe spaces for young people to discuss issues affecting them and propose solutions.
Skills Training
Capacity building in life skills, employability, entrepreneurship and advocacy.
The programme contributes to personal growth, stronger communities and sustainable development by preparing young people to take an active role in society.
The programme contributes to personal growth, stronger communities and sustainable development by preparing young people to take an active role in society.
Lead
Young people gain confidence to lead themselves, groups and community initiatives.
Grow
Youth and children discover talents, build skills and develop positive identities.
Engage
Young people participate in dialogues, decision-making and community action.
Connect
Exposure programmes help youth build networks, ambition and broader worldviews.
Through sports and recreation, SRI creates opportunities for young people to showcase talent, build friendships, practice discipline and participate positively in community life.
Football tournaments and recreational activities are more than games. They are platforms for mentorship, equality, teamwork, confidence and leadership development.
These activities reflect the wider mission of Youth in Action: to nurture young people as active contributors to sustainable community development.
Through sports and recreation, SRI creates opportunities for young people to showcase talent, build friendships, practice discipline and participate positively in community life.
Football tournaments and recreational activities are more than games. They are platforms for mentorship, equality, teamwork, confidence and leadership development.
These activities reflect the wider mission of Youth in Action: to nurture young people as active contributors to sustainable community development.
Support the next generation of community leaders
Partner with SRI to support leadership development, youth dialogues, sports and recreation, trainings, capacity building, exchange programmes and exposure opportunities for young people and children.
Our achievements in this project include;
- Annual sports tournaments held since 2016
- Community meeting space established
- Over 50 community meetings established
- Community Resource Centre established with different facilities
- Youth mentorship programs and bootcamps
- Free Wi-Fi in the community space.
Sustainable Rural Initiatives
SRI empowers rural communities through youth development, sustainable agriculture, education, health, sports, research and community-led innovation.
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Contact us
- Physical Address: SRI Community Centre, Namba Okana,
Kisumu County, Kenya - Phone: 0721 917 461 or
0710 761718 - Email: sec@srikenya.org
or owitiverah@srikenya.org - Website: www.srikenya.org