In the heart of Kibera, Kenya, thousands of children grow up surrounded by poverty, overcrowding, violence, and daily uncertainty. Many carry emotional pain too heavy for a child to bear; trauma from hunger, abuse, neglect, loss, and hopelessness, while also struggling to find a quiet, safe place to learn and dream about a better future. For these children, there are almost no spaces where they can feel protected, supported, and seen. This campaign seeks to change that by building a mental health and learning center in Kibera: a safe haven where vulnerable children can receive counseling, emotional support, education resources, and a peaceful environment to study, heal, and rediscover hope. Together, we can give Kibera’s children more than survival. We can give them dignity, healing, and a future.
Why This Matters
Many children in Kibera face daily challenges that no child should endure:
Lack of safe spaces to study and play
Food insecurity and malnutrition
Limited access to mental health and emotional support
Exposure to violence, substance abuse, and exploitation
School dropout due to financial hardship
Social exclusion of vulnerable children, including orphans and children with disabilities
Without intervention, many children are left vulnerable to cycles of poverty, trauma, and hopelessness.
We believe that one safe space can change hundreds of lives.
Our Vision
We aim to build a child-centered community facility that will provide:
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support
Counseling and trauma-informed care
Education & Learning Support
Access to books, computers, and learning materials
Creative arts, storytelling, and healing activities
Safe peer support environments
Safe Recreation & Creative Development
What We Need
We are fundraising to construct and equip the facility (we already have a space), and launch the first year of programs.
Your donation will help fund:
The Structure
The proposed structure will be a permanent, child-friendly building constructed using durable,
locally appropriate materials. It will be accessible to children with disabilities and designed with
adequate ventilation, lighting, and safety features.
Key Facilities
a) Library
-Shelving with age-appropriate books (early readers, textbooks, fiction, reference
materials).
-Reading tables and chairs.
-Literacy and reading programs facilitated by volunteers
-Space for storytelling and group reading sessions
b) Homework and Study Area
-Quiet, supervised area for after-school homework and revision
-Desks, chairs, and basic learning materials
-Academic mentoring and tutoring support
-Examination preparation sessions
c) Multi-Purpose Hall (Extracurricular & Therapy Arts)
-Flexible open space for group activities
-Programs including art therapy, music, drama, dance, and play therapy
-Life skills workshops, peer support groups, and community meetings
– Recreational activities to promote teamwork and self-esteem
d) Psychological Consultation Rooms (2)
-Private, sound-sensitive rooms for one-on-one or small-group sessions
-Services provided by trained counselors, psychologists, or social workers
-Trauma-informed care, counseling, and referral services
-Confidential and child-protective environment
e) Sanitation Facilities
-Separate, child-friendly toilets for boys and girls
-Handwashing stations with clean water
-Facilities designed to promote hygiene, safety, and dignity
6. Target Beneficiaries
-Primary beneficiaries: Marginalized children aged 6–18 years living in Kibera slums
-Secondary beneficiaries: Parents, caregivers, teachers, and the wider community through
improved child well-being and awareness of mental health
Every Contribution Makes a Difference. No amount is too small. Together, small acts of kindness become lasting change.
Transparency & Accountability
We are committed to full transparency throughout this project.
Supporters will receive:
Regular project updates
Photos and construction progress
Impact stories from children and families
Financial accountability reports
Be Part of This Story. This is more than a building.
It is a place of safety.
A place of healing.
A place where children can rediscover hope and possibility.
By supporting this campaign, you are investing in the future of children who have been forgotten for too long.
Please donate, share this campaign, and help us build a brighter future for Kibera’s children.
Together, we can turn compassion into action.
Donate Today and Help Us Build Hope in Kibera ❤️
Dignity Advocates is a Non-Governmental Organization based in Denmark, whose mission is (A) to support and promote mental health awareness, provide mental health services, and advocate for policies that enhance mental wellness, and (B) to promote social inclusion by advocating for equitable access to education, employment, healthcare, and housing to the community.
Support our gofundme campaign: https://gofund.me/b0fae65ee
