Grassroots nest for Innovations and Change - GRIC

13/06/2026

"How many fathers have ever bought sanitary pads for their girls?"

During a community dialogue in Kimasiany, Kajiado County, this question, posed by School Head Teacher, John Simel, sparked one of the most honest conversations of the day.

The room responded with a mixture of surprise, reflection, resistance, and curiosity. While some participants viewed the question as a challenge to rethink traditional caregiving roles, others maintained that such responsibilities belong to mothers.

Yet it is through these difficult conversations that communities begin to examine long-held beliefs and consider new ways of supporting children and families.

At GRiC Africa, we continue to create spaces where communities, local leaders, educators, faith leaders, and families can engage in meaningful dialogue on issues that shape everyday life.

Because lasting change often begins with honest communication.

10/06/2026

When communities come together to strengthen collaboration, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and self-efficacy, development naturally becomes a shared outcome.

During our visit to Saikeri, Kisamis in Kajiado County, we joined a local men's weekly meeting where participants engaged in meaningful discussions on shared caregiving responsibilities and other gender-related barriers affecting their communities. The gathering followed a school meeting attended by many fathers, who had come to receive updates on their children's academic progress and well-being.

At GRiC Africa, we believe that sustainable development begins within communities themselves. Moments like these demonstrate the power of collective dialogue and action, reinforcing our commitment to empowering communities to drive their own development journeys.

08/06/2026

At the 3rd International Women's Economic Empowerment Conference (WEE2026), GRIC Africa was proud to contribute evidence from our implementation research in Kajiado County, exploring how community-based childcare centres can strengthen women's economic participation in rural and hard-to-reach communities.

Through a thought-provoking learning discussion led by our Programmes Officer, Irene Mosioma, we shared practical insights on what works, what challenges remain, and how evidence can inform more inclusive policies and programmes.

As conversations from WEE2026 move from conference halls to action, we remain committed to generating and sharing research that drives meaningful change for women and communities.

01/06/2026

28/05/2026

On Tuesday, 26 May, we launched the training on the development of playing and learning materials for the ECDE teachers in Kajiado County.

Access to learning materials remains critical in strengthening quality learning experiences for learners, especially in early learning.

Led by the Kajiado County Director of ECDE alongside the Deputy Director of Education in charge of Quality Assurance ECDE and supported by our Program Officers, Irene Mosioma and Grace Ngindiru, and Technical Advisor, Knowledge Management and Quality Assurance, Bella Ato, we are honoured to work hand in hand in a journey that has only just begun, strengthening school systems, supporting educators, and creating a brighter future for learners.

25/05/2026

Meet Regina Sinyati, one of our ECDE teacher training beneficiaries whose journey reflects the power of community trust and capacity strengthening.

At a time when her community urgently needed a teacher, Regina stepped in despite having no formal teaching background. Chosen and trusted by her own community, she embraced the opportunity to serve and support young learners.

Through our ECDE Teacher Training Program, Regina gained practical skills and confidence that have helped shape her journey as an educator. Today, she continues to positively impact the children placed under her care while growing into her role with passion and dedication.

As she looks forward to enrolling in college to further her studies, we are proud that our work is not only strengthening teachers like Regina, but also creating better learning experiences for the children and communities they serve.

24/05/2026

Our alumna, BRIGIT NGESA, continues to show what purpose-driven leadership looks like through her work with adolescent girls and teen mothers in Mukuru informal settlements, Nairobi.

GRiC Africa Youth Leadership Program shaped her journey as a leader and empowered her to create safe spaces for learning, healing, mentorship, and hope within her community.

During Menstrual Hygiene Month, Bridgit led impactful conversations around menstrual health, mental well-being, resilience, and empowerment, reminding us that when young leaders are equipped, communities thrive.

We are proud to witness leadership translating into transformation, one community at a time.

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20/05/2026

UGANDA TEAM

GRiC, in partnership with FICH, is currently conducting a five-day intensive training in Lira, Northern Uganda, bringing together teachers, headteachers, and mentors implementing the Accelerated Learning Program and Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) approaches.

Through strategic partnerships and continuous teacher capacity-building, we remain committed to advancing equitable, inclusive, and high-quality educational outcomes for learners across the region, learner-centred instruction and developing quality teaching and learning materials that help address foundational learning gaps in literacy and numeracy.

Through strategic partnerships and continuous teacher capacity strengthening, we remain committed to advancing equitable, inclusive, and quality education outcomes for learners across the region.

Through strategic partnerships and continuous teacher capacity-building, we remain committed to advancing equitable, inclusive, and high-quality educational outcomes for learners across the region. learner-centred instruction, and developing quality teaching and learning materials that help address foundational learning gaps in literacy and numeracy.

18/05/2026

Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

Through our Kusoma, Kuandika na Kuhesabu (K*K) program, we are strengthening foundational literacy and numeracy skills for learners furthest behind, ensuring no child is left behind in their learning journey.

Together, we can create inclusive and holistic learning opportunities for every learner.

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15/05/2026

We were honored to join Bridgit Ngesa, Executive Director of DIVAH Vision Connect and proud alumna of the GRiC Africa Youth Leadership Program, during her impactful teen moms mentorship event in Mukuru informal settlements, Nairobi.

Held during Menstrual Hygiene Month, the event created important conversations around menstrual health, mental well-being, resilience, and empowerment for teen mothers and young girls.

Since completing the program, Bridgit has continued to demonstrate what youth-led change truly looks like by creating safe spaces for adolescent girls and young mothers to learn, heal, and thrive within their own communities.

Held during Menstrual Hygiene Month, the event created important conversations around menstrual health, mental wellbeing, resilience, and empowerment for teen mothers and young girls.

We are incredibly proud to see young leaders taking initiative, restoring hope, and building stronger communities from the ground up. The future is brighter when young people lead with purpose.