About Us

Our Story

SOKA stands for Sustainable Opportunity and Knowledge to All.

Soka Samaritan Initiative is a community-based organization within the slums of Kibera that empowers the vulnerable in the community through charity work, mentorship, and hands-on training on skills that enable them to be self-reliant and contribute towards development within the community. We started the organization in August 2022, training young single mothers on videography and photography and officially registered it in August 2023 as a Community Based Organization.

In the past young mothers have been seen as a burden to the community that is already struggling with social issues such as; poverty, unemployment, crime, and drug abuse, etc. Soka Samaritan Initiative’s main aim is to change the narrative with sustainable programs aimed at shifting our young mothers from a needy mentality to a creative and self-reliant one.

Our Core Values

Integrity

We uphold honesty, transparency, and accountability in all that we do, always acting in the best interest of the vulnerable communities we serve.

Creative Collaboration

We actively seek partnerships with like-minded organizations, institutions, and well-wishers, embracing innovation and teamwork to develop sustainable solutions to community challenges.

Responsibility

We are deeply committed to protecting and supporting the vulnerable and needy, ensuring their social, physical, and emotional well-being remains at the heart of our work.

Empowerment

We work hand in hand with communities to equip individuals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to improve their lives and drive positive change from within.

Passion

We are driven by genuine passion and unwavering commitment, matching the community’s determination to create a better, more hopeful future.

Our Mission

To stand with the vulnerable, amplify their voices, and advocate for gender equality and equal opportunity for every member of society.

Our Vision

To build empowered communities driven by sustainable solutions and equal opportunities for all.

Soka Samaritan Initiative Key Objective

Our key objectives is to amplify awareness of our mission, empower communities through active engagement, ensure transparency in all we do, and inspire collective action that drives lasting change

1.Empower Women and Young Mothers

Provide hands-on training and mentorship in photography, videography, and life skills to equip women and young mothers with practical skills for self-reliance and personal growth

2.Combat Child Malnutrition

Support vulnerable families through our feeding program, ensuring children receive nutritious meals essential for healthy growth and development.

3.Promote Gender Equality

Advocate for equal opportunities for all, raising awareness about the importance of gender inclusion in education, work, and community leadership.

4.Prevent Gender-Based Violence

Advocate against gender-based violence and create safe spaces for women and girls within Kibera’s slums.

5.Support Young Mothers’ Education

Enable young mothers to continue their schooling after childbirth, helping them build a brighter future for themselves and their children.

6.Reduce Drug Abuse Among Youth

Educate youth and teens on the dangers of drug abuse, providing mentorship and awareness programs to guide them toward positive choices and community engagement. –

– Nurture talent by lobbying for playing kits for needy but talented athletes from well-wishers.

– Support education through the provision of school fees to needy learners. – Keep our girls in school throughout the school period by providing sanitary towels. – Create awareness of mental health within society.