NGO / Non-Profit Associations
"Nairobi Trust empowers marginalized youth through ICT innovation."
Nairobi Trust transforms the lives of at-risk youth by equipping them with essential ICT skills that enhance their socio-economic prospects. The organization focuses on empowering marginalized youth aged 15 to 24 residing in urban informal settlements. By ensuring that 70% of these youth gain access to ICT training, Nairobi aims to improve their employability and foster entrepreneurial opportunities. Additionally, the Trust cultivates personal growth by instilling confidence, self-esteem, and vital life skills.
Mission
Nairobi is dedicated to enhancing the lives of vulnerable youth by leveraging creativity and innovation in ICT to strengthen their socio-economic contributions.
Vision
We strive to become a leading center of excellence in youth empowerment through ICT-driven creativity and innovation.
Core Values
Nairobi is committed to:
– Fostering mutual respect, free from discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, or religion;
– Promoting cross-cultural appreciation and collaboration;
– Embracing creativity and quality in electronic equality (e-quality);
– Championing gender-inclusive empowerment.
Nairobi originated from the vision of Ever Beamer and Hester Ezra, who recognized the transformative potential of ICT in underserved communities. They launched a web design institute, leveraging their expertise in ICT and multimedia to educate and empower youth.
Within two months, participants developed their own websites, featuring self-taken photographs of their city, personal stories set on a virtual island, self-portraits, group animations on chosen themes, and online exchanges with Dutch students. The program also equipped them with skills in Adobe Photoshop, Macro media Dreamweaver, Microsoft Word, GIF Builder, and Netscape, alongside training in scanning, printing, and computer maintenance.
The participants’ projects were showcased in the National Museum of Kenya—the first digital exhibition hosted there. The initiative garnered significant media attention, including a documentary by Dutch filmmaker Rein Hazenwinkel and coverage by the BBC.
