ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
To empower the young generation of Kenya to overcome the challenges that endanger the emergence of a generation of innovative youth and young leaders and entrepreneurs across all sectors.
We are dedicated to empowering the youths of today to battle the current issues of tomorrow. With an emphasis on promoting easy access to insights, information, and expertise on National and International issues to ensure that our youths are ready to take command when the hour comes. We are committed to providing the youth and young with leadership-oriented job opportunities and mentorship that will mold their minds and enhance their diplomatic, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills.
Greater racial and gender inclusivity remains our forefront agenda to achieve the goal of a more just and equal society.
OUR VALUES
Collective action and solidarity
Strive for joint action and cooperation whenever justified by our mission and stand with other NGOs, Govt. Institutions, Youth Groups and CSOs whenever they are faced with challenges in their work.
Transparency & Accountability
Through our policies, protocols and procedures, will ensure transparency and accountability, answering to our partners, membership and stakeholders. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest level of ethical behavior and responsibility for our actions, while maintaining integrity in our performance and advocating for same in public institutions.
Gender Diversity
Recognizes the need for our work to reflect and promote respect for gender diversity issues in all aspect.
Diversity
Believes in diversity and strives for unity at all times.
Self-Sufficiency
As an NGO, we will strive and work towards sustainable development outcomes.
Sustainability
Believes its programs and services are relevant and necessary for every generation of young leaders.
Commitment
Very committed to ensure smooth running of programs and accomplishment of its goals, aims and objectives regardless of imminent challenges.
Thematic Areas of Intervention Projects & Programming
Peace and security
Youth Leadership and Mentorship
Economic Empowerment
Social cohesion, integration, and Nation Building
Debate Competition and Citizen’s Engagement
Diversity and Inclusion
Human Rights and Rule of Law
Talent Identification and Development
Climate Change and Sustainable Development
Education, Training and Child Literacy
YGLN-KENYA Chapter Management Team
Amb. Lenjulians Onano
Country Director
Amb. Maxwell Okongo
Head of Finance and Operations
Miss. Beth Odek
Head of Youth and Gender Affairs
Miss. Vivian M. Omariba HSC
Head of Intergovernmental Relations
Miss. Valentine Simei
Project Officer, North Rift
Amb. Johnshenk Orwa Alito
Country Projects Coordinator
Miss. Akoth Roselyne Oriang
Country Executive Secretary
Advocate Jackline Waweru
Head of Legal Services
Miss. Mercy Wanjiku
Human Rights Champion
Amb. Ferdinand Nyagol
Head of Corporate Communication
Amicus Omondi Otunga
Head of Membership and Recruitment
Risper Sirota
Project Officer, Nairobi
Amb. Hellen Ayugi
Project Officer, Nyanza
Sigei Kimutai Frankline
Project Manager, Marginalized communities
Mark Dickens Omondi
Head of New Innovations and Creativity
Ann Oduson
Partnership and Development Manager