About us
Empower the youth, impact the world.
Our roots
Youth Concern began in a home that had long been a hub for young people who came to be mentored. For their tenth wedding anniversary in 2017, our founders planned to pay school fees for a few students. The plan grew into something bigger: an organization to mentor many more.
Our founder came to faith as a girl, was mentored by campus speakers and fellowships in her college years, and has wanted to pass that on ever since. Together with her husband, she taught Sunday school teens and hosted young people at home, and saw mentorship bear fruit.
We registered in 2021 and launched in May 2022.
Why we exist
Many young people struggle with self-awareness, limited knowledge and training, and unused potential, even where opportunities exist in both formal and informal work. That holds back Kenya's goal of becoming a developed nation.
We believe no one will make a nation better than its own young people, so we equip them to lead with hope, positivity and patriotism.
Our founders' tenth anniversary sparks the idea of an organization to mentor youth.
Youth Concern is registered.
Official launch, graced by guests including Dr. Ezekiel Mutua.
Outreach in Korogocho, Roysambu and Gatundu, and ministry in schools.
Our vision
A network committed to promoting youth empowerment in social and economic development.
Our mission
To promote youth empowerment through mentorship, training and engaging with development partners, so youth become key actors in the development of society.
Our core values
Integrity
We do what is right, in the open, with every shilling and every child.
Accountability
We answer to young people, donors and partners for what we promise.
Teamwork
Volunteers, staff, partners and families working as one.
Continuous youth development
Growth never stops: mind, skills, faith and character.
Our belief
We will not be remembered for the wealth we accumulate but for the lives we touch. Youth Concern gives you a chance to touch one life at a time, as a financier, volunteer, mentor or crusader.
Message from the Director
David Mwangi, Director
What we focus on
Our work is holistic, covering the mind, body, skills and spirit of a young person.
MentorshipPsychosocial supportCounselingRehabilitation from drugsHousing for street youthSchool fees and uniformsDignity and sanitary towelsTVET and skills trainingCareer guidanceEconomic empowermentEnvironmental conservationSpiritual support and chaplaincyLeadership and patriotismMeet the team
Mentors, pastors, counselors, journalists and volunteers, many of them once helped by Youth Concern themselves.
Margaret Kathini
Journalist and logistics lead. A product of Youth Concern who now gives back.
Maurice Mutua
Pastor who grounds young people in sound doctrine and spiritual growth.
Dorris Mackens
Children's worker who supports young mothers and teaches their little ones.
Pholine
Volunteer youth mentor with a background in data analysis and social work.
Maureen Kioga
Counselor who builds confidence and resilience in teenagers.
James Rwamushanja
Pastor who lived on the streets as a youth and now mentors others.
