Program areas at CFK Africa
Primary healthcare CFK operates three healthcare facilities: tabitha medical clinic, young health and wellness centre, and tabitha maternity home, as well as a community health outreach program to meet the diverse needs of the Kibera community in kenya. Community health volunteers (chvs) take health education directly to residents' homes, acting as a bridge between the facilities and the community, conducting home-based health screenings, referring residents to clinics for vital healthcare services, and conducting follow-up visits with patients. Additionally, girls' empowerment activities cross over our two focus areas of health and education and are embedded across programs. CFK supports adolescent girls and young women through a dual strategy of mentorship and advocacy, using male involvement as an auxiliary approach to help promote gender equity. Recognizing females face unique challenges, CFK builds self-agency among program participants, provides them with access to a support and accountability system, and encourages them to develop and use their voices and practice leadership, creating strong sisterhoods.
Research & other CFK generates data that improves lives through community-based research and collaborations with universities and research institutions. From monitoring for infectious disease outbreaks to improving education quality through evidence-based best practices, research helps identify pressing issues and inform responsible solutions. Community input and regular monitoring and evaluation led by CFK staff drive program development, guide implementation, inform program adaptations, and help us determine program success.
Education & livelihoods CFK supports education both in and out of the classroom, providing young people with opportunities for academic and economic success and development. Through four projects, CFK provides scholarships to cover school fees, identifies cost-effective best practices to improve student attendance and progress, helps students develop work readiness and entrepreneurial skills, and promotes peace, unity, and equality through sports.