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Today, ACCEPT Kenya led by The Executive Director, and the team had the opportunity to visit Kamiti Youth Corrections Training Centre, courtesy of the Chief of Station, Sergeant Paul Kaburu, for an important discussion on strengthening rehabilitation and reintegration support for young offenders. The institution provides psychosocial support, education, and technical skills aimed at preparing young people for life beyond the correctional system. Our discussions explored how ACCEPT Kenya, in partnership with Kamiti Prison, can develop a sustainable, youth-centred rehabilitation programme that strengthens the capacity of staff as Champions of transformation through practical, transformative training focused on positive behaviour change and reducing recidivism. The programme will also support young offenders with livelihood empowerment and market-relevant technical skills, helping them build confidence, independence, and sustainable pathways after release. Beyond skills, successful reintegration requires communities that are prepared to welcome young people back without stigma. By investing in rehabilitation, skills development, psychosocial wellbeing, and community reintegration, we can help create safer communities and give young people a genuine opportunity to rebuild their lives. We look forward to building this partnership and turning the discussions into meaningful action. #YouthRehabilitation #Reintegration #SkillsForLife #PsychosocialSupport #RecidivismPrevention #ACCEPTKenya

Empowering Young Talent, Inspiring Brighter Futures. ACCEPT Kenya Executive Director, Mr. Hassan Abdikadir, shares a moment with the Officer in Charge of Kamiti YCTC, SP Paul Kaburu, during the Youth Talents Show held at the centre. ACCEPT Kenya is proud to support this meaningful initiative, which provides young people with an opportunity to showcase their talents, build confidence, and nurture their potential. We are equally pleased to contribute essential items to support the young people as they participate in and develop their skills. Together, we are creating opportunities, nurturing talent, and supporting brighter futures.

Accept Kenya is grateful to be of service to the most vulnerable and marginalized populations over the years and we are grateful to our partners, supporters, volunteers and the community for giving us a helping hand when we call them upon. Next week we are embarking on a new program that will amplify the voices of the community! Thank you all and looking forward to working with you. #Acceptkenya #OnlineRadio Do you remember when you joined X? We do! #OurXAnniversary

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We had an opportunity to sit with a group of out-of-school youth in Kiamaiko, Mathare, for a candid conversation on behaviour change, non-violent conflict resolution and GBV risk mitigation. The conversation was particularly important given the concerns around crime, drug use and sexual and gender-based violence affecting the community. What stood out to was the willingness of these young men to engage, question, listen and reflect. Sitting with them was humbling, but also deeply encouraging. It reinforced a lesson that is easy to overlook in community programming: young people are not simply recipients of interventions, they are critical partners in creating safer communities. We cannot address violence by only responding after it happens. We must invest in prevention, dialogue, positive behaviour change, economic opportunity and the agency of young people. Sometimes, creating change begins with something as simple as sitting down, listening without judgment and having an honest conversation. If we want safer communities, we must give young people a reason to choose peace, the skills to resolve conflict without violence, and the opportunity to build a meaningful future. #YouthEmpowerment #GBVPrevention #BehaviourChange #ConflictResolution #Mathare #Kiamaiko #CommunitySafety #YouthLeadership #ACCEPTKenya