Today, we started computer classes for the children in grade 6 and above. The lessons were used as test run to see if the program can be effective and to still keep children engaged before food gets ready.
Week 13 - Children Feeding Program
The beginning of a cold season. Feeding program is on nevertheless. We like that the children have already trusted that at least on this specific day every week, they have to get something at ETCO; be it educative, entertaining or just a general life skill.
Week 12 - Children feeding Program
Having visitors come to talk to the children about the life skills is a good show of what we truly value. Whenever they aren't around, children just hang around waiting for food to be ready.
Week 10 - Children Feeding Program
It's surprising how the numbers of children keep growing at ETCO despite the schools being in session. This normally happens mostly when schools are closed. Because of your support, we are always able to manage the numbers.
Week 9 - Children Feeding Program
Another good day for us to share. We are always grateful to our donors who ensure that we continue with this program. Be blessed abundantly.
Week 8 - Damaris Mungai's Visit
It's an honor to not only receive visitors on this day, but also celebrate a birthday with Mrs. Damaris Mungai - Officer UNEP and her friends and relatives. Our children have had a privilege to hear encouraging words and stories of personal experiences from the visitors; Antony, Nahashon, Tito, Soila, Nash, and the Kenyan International Paralympics' Henry Wanyoike and others. We also had Tony Machaha and Chris from Ecologists Without Boarders - EcoWB, Monika - Founder of Kibera Creative Arts (KiCA) visiting us. Perfomances from the children themselves and our own local star Peter Waweru - VIrusi Mbaya.
Week 7 Children Feeding Program
It's mid-week, with a bit of unfavorable economy and sunny season (Very hot), but we are grateful for always having a moment to share meals together. Thank you so much Joseph (Joe) Tako for the support. It's been a good day for us.
Seeking for opportunities
Youth leaders from different wards (Nyayo Highrise, Mugumu-ini, Karen, South C and Nairobi West) of Lang'ata Constituency in Nairobi county today met with Hon. Oduk Oginga Oduk today under the umbrella of ETCO, had a discussion of how we can Empower the youths in Lang'ata on sustainable development programs.
Art: African Cultural Music and Dance
Through the help of Joseph Tako and our board, we purchased some traditional African Cultural Music instruments to be used to engage/train children on dancing and singing. We are happy to help our community members uphold their good, educative and entertaining cultural practices through this program.
Week 4 Children Feeding Program
It's always a surprise how children love hanging out at ETCO Offices on Saturdays. Schools were open early this week but we aren't sure whether its the kids that didn't travel back home for school or they are still enjoying the holiday or that they are officially staying around. We think that the numbers have just grown and seems like they keep telling each other about the activities at ETCO on this specific day. We shall be soon launching our Art Program were we shall focus on African Cultural dance and music.
Week 3 Children Feeding Progam
Time's moving really fast.... A few days ago, we just started the year and its almost over.... Children are about to go back to school. However, we still do what we love doing best.
Busy but Productive Week 2
It's been really a busy week with installation of computer desks and the counter area at the ETCO Computer Centre. It was also another successful day for us with the kids. Learning and enjoying good moments together.
Computer Centre Work in Progress
To sustain our programs, we need some income generating activities. Funds generated will allow room for other helpful programs to continue like our feeding, art and education programs. Great thanks to Willow Oak Advisory for the donation of the computers. We appreciate your partnership. It means a lot to us.