KGSA Foundation

Follow KGSA Foundation on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn to see our mission in action. Educate, inspire and empower girls in Kibera, Kenya! 💪🏾

What does a typical weekend look like for a KGSA girl? Our girls prioritize rest and recovery from their studies while also participating in communal chores around their accommodations to foster community and social responsibility. #KGSAStrong

Katy Troyer, our Executive Director, recently attended the Sustainable Development in Africa Conference at the University of Denver, where she connected with colleagues and alumni to further KGSA's mission of educating and empowering girls in Kibera.

We appreciate the support extended to our KGSA teachers! Your contributions will contribute to the construction of the teachers' lounge. This space will foster collaboration among our educators and ensure effective lesson preparation for the success of our students.

KGSA supports educators by offering continuous learning opportunities to ensure the success of our girls. Our IT advisor, Sammy, exemplifies this commitment by demonstrating how to set up projectors in classrooms and prepare presentations using Microsoft Suites.

Madaraka Day is a national holiday celebrated every June 1st commemorating the year Kenya attained internal self-rule from the British empire in 1963. The Republic of Kenya was established the following year in 1964. KGSA wishes all Kenyans a Happy Madaraka Day!!

Meet Jedidah, our exemplary school counselor. As a critical member to the KGSA team, Jedidah empowers our girls by raising awareness to importance of mental, social, and emotional health within education. #mentalhealthawareness #teacherappreciationmonth

Meet Naima, KGSA's stellar librarian! She is a proud alumna from the class of 2016 and is dedicated to giving back and empowering girls. #teacherappreciationmonth

Did you know that 1 in 5 girls around the world miss school when they’re on their periods? Not at KGSA! Our school provides each student with feminine hygiene products and educates the girls on how their bodies work. No shame, no stigma. We are proud to be young ladies!

As we wrap up Mental Health Month, we thank Social Worker Jedidah for her tremendous efforts to promote the importance of mental health. She counsels the girls and staff and facilitates art therapy, yoga & support groups. It’s okay to not be okay; its okay to ask for help!

Meet Latifah, KGSA's devoted school matron! As a guiding force, she empowers girls through education, counseling, and general hygiene. Latifah is passionate about challenging negative narratives surrounding girls from disadvantaged backgrounds and giving back to the community.

Meet Dalifa! She is a math and chemistry teacher who also advises the drama club. Dalifa is a KGSA Alum who graduated in 2012. Many of you met her when she visited the US in 2019 and 2022 - her inspiring story is why we do this important work! #girleffect #teacherappreciation

Meet Moses! Moses is a biology and chemistry teacher who also advises the catering club. At KGSA, he's known for his awesome gardening skills and for getting the girls excited about science. #teacherappreciationmonth

Meet Madam Mondestah! Mondestah teaches history and religion at KGSA and passionately supports the girls with their academic goals. Her commitment to the KGSA mission is inspiring and we are honored to have her as a leading voice on our team. #teacherappreciationmonth

Meet Principal Claris! Claris is an amazing math and geography teacher, a wonderful mom, and an incredible example of what it looks like to be a female leader to all the students. We are so grateful to have her on the KGSA team! #teacherappreciationmonth

Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing mothers out there! Thank you for your unconditional love and sacrifices. #MothersDay

Meet Musa, KGSA Swahili teacher and catering club advisor, who made a significant impact on our visitors' experience during the February trip to Kenya. Thank you, Musa, for your hospitality and attention to detail! #KGSA #Hospitality

Meet Sammy, our brilliant IT club advisor and physics teacher at KGSA! With his expertise in tech, Sammy supports the students and staff on all IT related questions and concerns. We are grateful for your continued commitment and support. #KGSA#EducationTech

Meet Fatuma, our cosmetology club advisor and indispensable science lab tech at KGSA! Her support ensures smooth operations and successful experiments in the department. Thank you, Fatuma, for all you do for our students! #KGSA #WomenInSTEM

This week, KGSA celebrates our dedicated teachers who empower, educate, and inspire our girls in Kibera! Meet James, an advisor to the business club and passionate geography and business teacher known for his creativity in the classroom. #KGSA #TeacherAppreciation