Vision

To create a free, just and equitable society where young people are able to translate their aspirations and potential into productive and fulfilling lives.

Mission

To provide a platform where young people and their communities can share skills and explore innate abilities towards lasting development on a foundation of equity.

Our Core Values

We espouse the following values:

• We believe that the rights of young people are human rights;
• We believe in the ability of young people to make informed decisions and take charge of the consequences of their decisions;
• We value the uniqueness of young people with respect to their needs, access to and control of resources;
• We respect and appreciate diversity in all its forms;
• We believe in meaningful participation and inclusion;
• We value integrity, honesty and accountability;
• We value the unique insights, understanding and capabilities that reside within communities.

Organs & Structures

Youth Alive! Kenya is a model initiative and a demonstration of the Youth Alive! Kenya comprises two key organs – Executive Board & Secretariat. The Executive Board as the governing organ of Youth Alive! Kenya is responsible for all activities of the organisation. The Board makes executive decisions regarding the operations of the organisation. The Board currently comprises seven young professionals drawn from diverse backgrounds.

The Executive Board members are each responsible for a development component of Youth Alive! Kenya namely: Institutional Governance, Leadership Development, and Financial Sustainability & Self Reliance. The secretariat comprises the working office and handles day-to-day operations with a median age of 24 years and is currently a three-tier structure of Programmes, Partnerships & Institutional Development, and Finance & Administration. The Departments are supported by qualified staff and periodic interns and volunteers.