Background

Gifse is a community-driven Non-Governmental Organisation committed to addressing interconnected challenges affecting vulnerable populations in Kenya particularly in Murang’a, Kiambu and Nyeri counties.

The organization was established to respond to the increasing issues of climate change, weak civic participation, rising substance abuse and limited livelihood opportunities.

GifSe adopts an integrated development approach recognizing that sustainable transformation requires coordination interventions across agriculture, governance,substance abuse and economic empowerment.

VISION.

A resilient, empowered and self reliant society where communities thrive socially,economically and environmentally.

STRATEGIC MISSION.

To transform vulnerable communities into a resilient self sustaining societies by advancing Climate-Smart Agriculture,strengthening civic participation and governance,rehabilitating individuals affected by substance abuse and creating inclusive livelihood opportunities for long term economic empowerment.

CORE VALUES.

1. Integrity- Transparency and Accountability in all Actions.

2. Community Empowerment- People Centered Development.

3.Sustainability-Long term environmentally responsible solutions.

4 .Inclusivity-No One is left behind.

5 Collaboration-Partnership for greater impact.

THEMATIC FOCUS AREAS.

A. Climate-Smart Agriculture

1. Training farmers on sustainable agricultural practices.

2. Promoting drought- resistant crops.

3.Supporting Agroforestry and water conservation.

B Governance and Civic Education.

1 Civic Education and voter Awareness.

2.Youth Leadership and participation programs

3.Promoting Transparency and Accountability.

C.Alcohol and Drug Abuse Rehabilitation.

1. Community-based rehabilitation programs.

2.Counseling and Reintegration Support.

3.Awareness campaigns in schools and communities.

D. Livelihood & Economic Empowerment.

1.Vocational Training (Youth and Women).

2.Enterpreneurship and Small Business Support.

3. Job linkages and income generating activities.

GEOGRAPHICAL COVERAGE.

Primary-Murang’a , Kiambu and Nyeri counties

Expansion- Other Counties in Kenya (Future Scale)

TARGET BENEFICIARIES.

1. Youth (especially school dropouts).

2 Women and Vulnerable households.

3. Small holder Farmers

4.Individuals affected by substance abuse.

EXPECTED IMPACT.

1 Increased agricultural productivity and food security.

2. More Engaged and informed citizens.

3 Reduced drug and alcohol dependency rates.

4. Improved livelihoods and reduced poverty levels.