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Welcome to DOT Kenya

by Joan Walumbe — last modified 2009-03-30 16:46

KenyaIntern


Digital Opportunity Trust Kenya (DOT Kenya) is a branch of DOT which is based in Canada. DOT Kenya is implementing DOT’s pioneering ReachUp! program, and creating economic opportunities for youth and disenfranchised communities.

DOT Kenya’s vision is to become a model youth initiative for the region and driving community development at a grassroots level powered by the energy and enthusiasm of youth, enabled by the application of ICTs.Interns 'Practice Teaching' during training

 

 
DOT Kenya will serve the ICT4D market in Kenya by:

  • Facilitating the changing of perceptions about ICTs
  • Providing programs that fit the market needs and are easily accessible
  • Promoting entrepreneurship, innovation and linkages to other business resources at the community level
  • Driving community based social and economic development through the application of 21st century skills, approaches and technology



Impact at a Glance

Since its inception in 2006, over 2300 Kenyan community participants have benefited from the ReachUp! program.  A total of 45 DOT Kenya Interns have been trained to deliver the program to local communities. 

 

 

 

 

Intern Profile
Anne Jaoko

Anne Jaoko

Interaction with the participants during the ReachUp! training is very vibrant and intense because they are very willing to learn and get to know more about the program and also to implement what they have learnt. Many have returned for drop-in sessions after the training, for coaching on how they can develop their business ideas. There have been several success stories from the participants who have their businesses running. Caroline Nyawir is offering catering services and at a very affordable rate. She even offers the services to the DOT Kenya Western and Nyanza team when we have our monthly meetings.

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