Slum Girls Initiative

Slum Girls Initiative SGI is a registered CBO in Nairobi Kenya. We research their needs, identify solutions & champion programs and policies to enhance their resilience.

SGI seeks to &confidence through the creation of a better world for girls, youths, women, and marginalized areas by advocating for transformative change to protect and empower them. VISION
SGI’s vision is a society in which adolescent girls, young mothers, and women at large:
• Have better health and social welfare through provision of sanitary pads, menstrual education, supporting

education through sponsorship programs, and empowering women through income-generating activities; and Have their human rights respected and protected

MISSION
SGI’s Mission is to improve the lives and protect the rights of slum girls, young mothers & women at large. OUR GOALS
Actively participate in empowering, improving the lives, and protecting the rights of girls, young mothers & women at large. To increase access for adolescent girls to adequate sanitary facilities and hygiene products to manage their menstrual cycles in a safe and healthy environment.
 To sponsor, facilitate and finance the acquisition of sanitary towels, reusable sanitary towels, pants, soaps, wash bags & towels for girls and young women.
 To provide reproductive health education to adolescent girls and young mothers and women at large.
 To provide the right information to young mothers on family planning.
 To educate, build capacity & raise awareness amongst teachers, students &community members (including men and boys) on menstruation
To provide access to clean water in communities to ensure better health and social welfare of women and girls in general. To support girls’ education through sponsorship programs (primary, secondary and tertiary levels)
To educate the community on the dangers of drugs use and abuse (including school children)
To empower women through income-generating activities

CORE VALUES
• Compassionate
• Confidentiality
• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Professionalism

WHO WE SERVE
• Adolescent girls and boys
• Young mothers
• Children 3 to 5 years

06/05/2026

We are getting ready for Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026 💖
Grateful for every hand that has already given, your support is helping us restore dignity, confidence, and comfort to young girls in our community. Every donation, big or small, is making a real difference. This year, we are also ensuring the boy child is well taken care of because empowerment, awareness, and dignity belong to everyone. We are still collecting donations, and you can be part of this impact. Together, we can ensure no child is left behind.
Let’s keep the love flowing 🙏✨

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An engaging and empowering session with high school students under the Tumaini Trust Kenya sponsorship program, focused ...
22/04/2026

An engaging and empowering session with high school students under the Tumaini Trust Kenya sponsorship program, focused on self-awareness, goal setting, and making intentional life choices. The learners were reminded of their potential and encouraged to stay focused, resilient, and committed to building a better future.

Communities are not empty of solutions, they are full of lived experiences, wisdom, and resilience. The answers often al...
01/04/2026

Communities are not empty of solutions, they are full of lived experiences, wisdom, and resilience. The answers often already exist within them. What’s missing is not ability, but opportunity. Not ideas, but the support needed to bring those ideas to life.
When communities are given a little assistance, whether through resources, mentorship, or access, they begin to rise above their challenges. They start to see beyond the problem and recognize their own power to solve it. Real, lasting change doesn’t come from imposing solutions from the outside; it comes from walking alongside communities as they unlock what they already carry within.
At Slum Girls Initiative, we believe in amplifying voices, nurturing potential, and creating spaces where solutions can grow from within. Because when people are supported, not saved they rise, they lead, and they transform their own stories.

A smile may seem small, but to a girl navigating life in a marginalized community, it can mean everything. At Slum Girls...
01/04/2026

A smile may seem small, but to a girl navigating life in a marginalized community, it can mean everything. At Slum Girls Initiative, we’ve seen how a simple act of kindness, a listening ear, a word of encouragement, or a little support, can spark confidence, restore dignity, and ignite hope.
Sometimes, it’s not about grand gestures. It’s about showing up. It’s about reminding a girl that she is seen, valued, and capable of becoming more than her circumstances. A smile can open doors, and a little support can help her walk through them with courage.
Together, we are building a community where girls are empowered to dream, to rise, and to thrive one smile, one opportunity, and one life at a time.

Mentorship is one of the most powerful gifts we can give to another human being. It is the intentional act of walking al...
11/03/2026

Mentorship is one of the most powerful gifts we can give to another human being. It is the intentional act of walking alongside someone, guiding them with wisdom, encouragement, and lived experience. A mentor does not just give answers; they help others discover their potential, build confidence, and navigate life with courage.

In a world where many young people grow up without consistent guidance, mentorship becomes a light in the darkness. It provides direction, hope, and a sense of belonging. Sometimes all a young person needs is someone who believes in them, listens without judgment, and reminds them that their dreams are valid.True mentorship is not about control or superiority. It is about service. It is about creating space for growth, correcting with love, celebrating progress, and standing beside someone even when the journey is difficult. A mentor plants seeds they may never see fully grow, but those seeds transform lives for generations.
When we mentor, we pass on more than knowledge, we pass on dignity, resilience, and confidence. And when a young person rises because someone believed in them, the whole community rises with them.





The Noise in a Silent Moment 🥰Today, on International Women's Day, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of...
08/03/2026

The Noise in a Silent Moment 🥰

Today, on International Women's Day, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of women everywhere.
Sometimes the loudest battles are the ones fought in silence. Behind many smiles are stories untold women carrying responsibilities, healing from pain, holding families together, chasing dreams, and rising again even when the world feels heavy.
In those quiet moments, there is noise, the noise of determination, hope, sacrifice, and unwavering strength. Women everywhere are fighting silent battles, yet they continue to show up with grace, love, and courage.
From the women who raised and shaped us back in the villages, to the career women in big cities; from the mama mboga on the streets working tirelessly to feed their families, to women and girls living in informal settlements and marginalized areas, we see you, we honor you, and we celebrate you.
Your strength may not always be loud, but it is powerful. Your resilience may go unnoticed, but it is shaping generations.
Today we honor every woman who wipes her tears, lifts her head high, and keeps going. Every woman fighting silent battles but still choosing to smile through the pain.
Happy International Women’s Day to all women. You are strong. You are seen. You are celebrated. 💜






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On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and potential of every girl and woman. This ye...
07/03/2026

On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and potential of every girl and woman. This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” reminds us that when we give support, knowledge, and opportunities to girls and women, we gain stronger communities, brighter futures, and a more equal world. 💜
At Slum Girls Initiative, we remain committed to restoring dignity and confidence among girls living in marginalized communities. As part of our activities today, we distributed sanitary pads to girls and held an open talk on menstrual health, self-confidence, and the importance of staying in school.
Many girls miss school because they lack access to basic menstrual hygiene products or accurate information about their bodies. By providing sanitary pads and creating a safe space for conversation, we are helping girls manage their periods with dignity and confidence while continuing their education without interruption.
Empowering girls with the right information, support, and resources shows that when we give, we all gain—a future where every girl can dream, learn, and lead. Together, we rise by lifting others. ✨




There will be days when progress feels invisible.Days when doors close. Days when people doubt you and you almost start...
18/02/2026

There will be days when progress feels invisible.Days when doors close. Days when people doubt you and you almost start doubting yourself. But remember this: every great story once looked impossible in the middle.





11/02/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Kaushlendra Kumar Srivastava, Sebonetse Tsoebebe

Today marks the official kickoff of our Machine on Wheels program for this year. Although we are starting one month late...
02/02/2026

Today marks the official kickoff of our Machine on Wheels program for this year. Although we are starting one month later than planned due to unavoidable circumstances, our commitment to the children we serve remains unwavering.Through this initiative, we continue to restore dignity, confidence, and a sense of belonging by mending torn school uniforms, ensuring learners can attend class feeling comfortable, proud, and ready to learn. What may seem like a small repair often makes a powerful difference in a child’s self-esteem and school experience.
This term, we are excited to welcome a new partner school, Korogocho Glory School, into the program. We look forward to walking this journey together and extending the impact of Machine on Wheels to even more children in the community.
Together, stitch by stitch, we are creating lasting change.

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In many informal settlements, weekends can expose children to unsafe environments: violence, exploitation, substance abu...
31/01/2026

In many informal settlements, weekends can expose children to unsafe environments: violence, exploitation, substance abuse, and neglect. Without structured activities or supervision, children are left vulnerable. This is where safe spaces step in as protective and empowering environments. Through by Slum Girls Initiative, safe spaces provide children with:
-Creative and educational activities that keep minds engaged beyond the classroom
-Emotional and psychosocial support where children feel seen, heard, and valued
-Play, art, and life skills sessions that promote confidence and self-expression
- Protection from harmful influences, offering supervision and positive role models
-Inclusive learning environments that support children of all abilities
These safe spaces help bridge the gap when formal schooling pauses, ensuring children continue to learn, grow, and stay protected. Most importantly, they remind children that they matter every single day not only on school days.
Investing in safe spaces is investing in safer communities, stronger futures, and empowered children.






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Korogocho Slum
Nairobi
122,00515

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+254721421238

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