Happy New Year 2022
New Year’s morning at ETCO, and the courtyard does not feel like January — it feels like a reunion. More than four hundred and fifty people came through: children in the majority, then teenagers, youth, and adults leaning in to say Happy New Year over steaming food.
This day was made possible by Willow Oak Advisory (willowoakadvisory.com), partners who understand that the first meal of the year should not be a luxury for some and a worry for others. Sharing ugali and greens on 1 January is our way of beginning together — bellies warm, voices loud, hope served in portions everyone can reach.
Children have always been our major focus — but on a day like this, the whole compound remembers we share one road home. Want to sponsor a community meal or partner like Willow Oak did? Get in touch — we will walk you through what works on the ground.
🎓 ETCO Education Empowerment Program
📚 Holiday Tuition Classes Now in Progress! Give your child the opportunity to learn, grow, and stay academically active throughout the school holiday. Our experienced teachers provide quality guidance in all subjects, helping learners improve their understanding, confidence, and performance. ✅ All Subjects Available ✅ Supportive Learning Environment ✅ Open to Learners of All *High School* Levels
From Participation to Agency: ETCO at the SAIIA Youth Programming Innovation Lab
Last week, ETCO represented Kibra at the SAIIA Youth Programming Innovation Lab in Nairobi — where the real question wasn't youth participation, but youth agency. Here's what that means for our nine programmes, and an honest look at what it takes to build sustainably as a volunteer-run organisation.
Creating Impact, Building a Better Tomorrow
At ETCO, we're committed to creating lasting positive impact by keeping our environment safe and clean while creating meaningful employment opportunities for our communities. Through innovation and strategic partnerships with like-minded stakeholders, we're working together to achieve shared goals that drive sustainable development. We're also conducting a comprehensive economic survey to better understand the project's returns, impact, and scalability—ensuring every step we take is informed, effective, and built for long-term success.