UCESCO Africa

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4.8

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14

Years in business

Our organization depends on the generosity of donors and volunteers to achieve our goals. There are different ways of supporting our cause and we welcome any help we.

United Cultural Empowerment and Social Community Organization – Africa (UCESCO – Africa), is a Charitable NGO committed to supporting vulnerable women and children in marginalized communities in Kenya.

We do this through educationhealth care, and micro-business to emancipate families from ...

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United Cultural Empowerment and Social Community Organization – Africa (UCESCO – Africa), is a Charitable NGO committed to supporting vulnerable women and children in marginalized communities in Kenya.

We do this through educationhealth care, and micro-business to emancipate families from poverty and empower them to take charge of their future.

UCESCO aims to build intercultural understanding through heritage protection and support for cultural diversity and human co-existence regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender. 

WHAT WE DO

We focus on initiating and implementing projects that contribute to poverty alleviation in the community.

1. Slums and Rural Women's Economic Empowerment
2. Provide Free Health Care
3. Sanitation and Water Safety Programs
4. Early Childhood Development
5. Education and Talent Development
6. Sports and Social Engagements


VISION

Creating sustainable growth for diverse vulnerable populations.

MISSION

To support vulnerable women and children through education, health and micro-business boost to lift their families from poverty; and empower them to take charge of their own future.

MOTTO

Creating sustainable growth for diverse populations


Why choose us

UCESCO has a 100% safety record in Kenya and we mean to keep it. Our programs in Kenya are safe to experience. Generally, Kenyans are friendly people by nature, especially toward volunteers who are helping their community. We advise that no volunteer should be out after dark and that volunteers should stay indoors after 9 pm. Exceptions are made when volunteers are with UCESCO local volunteers or project staff. This is merely a precaution, but one that we expect all volunteers to keep. People may stop to say hello and it is polite to respond; however, they will understand if you are busy and cannot chat for long. Never accept an invitation to visit a stranger. We also recommend that you arrange medical, dental, and eye check-ups before you depart, to identify any issues that might affect your time in Kenya.



Contact Person

Kingsley Nyandika

Spoken languages: English
  Excellent response rate

UCESCO Africa reviews

UCESCO AFRICA NEEDS YOU. TRY THE MOST POWERFUL HUMAN EXPERIENCE OF YOUR PROFESSION AND YOUR LIFE. I am very moved to meet the students in Nairobi (Kenya) and offer them psychological support. Not to conform to Western standards, but to restore their dignity and value the immense human and moral ...
Christie Knight rating5.0

2024 at Teaching in School and Communities

UCESCO Africa are an incredible organisation doing so much to help. During my time away from work, I wanted to spend some time volunteering and giving back to a community who need it. There are many times in our lives where someone goes out of their way to give us an opportunity, help us, or simply ...
I had the privilege of spending a month in Nairobi as part of a humanitarian intervention, in collaboration with UCESCO Africa. My time there was truly transformative, surpassing all expectations and leaving an indelible mark on my life. Despite the preconceptions instilled by European narratives ...
Greta Sorrentino rating4.6

2024 at Help Women through Micro-Finance Education

I participated in the program for two weeks, supporting the women's training center in creating different types of designs. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the training center and am very proud of the progress and the learnings that were exchanged during my stay. Overall, UCESCO is a great ...
Leonie Thuro rating5.0

2023 at Teaching in School and Communities

I had a really wonderful experience with Ucecso Africa, their projects are amazing and very impactful. Every day was so adventurous and fun. The staff is so nice and takes great care of every single volunteer! I spent 4 weeks there and never felt unsafe. It was a really meaningful time in Kenya, in ...
Marja Talikka rating5.0

2023 at Teaching in School and Communities

At 54, it was my first time volunteering and my only regret is that I didn't do it sooner. With UCESCO, everything was well taken care of. I lived in a building with other volunteers, who were btw just amazing!!! Bonding among volunteers was facilitated by shared meals, prepared by a very special ...

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UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Good Health And Well-Being
  • Quality Education
  • Gender Equality
  • Decent Work And Economic Growth
  • Industry, Innovation And Infrastructure
  • Reduced Inequalities
  • Sustainable Cities And Communities
  • Responsible Consumption And Production
  • Life On Land
  • Peace, Justice And Strong Institutions
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