Leadership Positions in Community Mobilization for Social Change-Kakamega, Kenya

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About FSD in Kakamega, Kenya
FSD has been working in international development for over 15 years, bringing the resources for sustainable, community-driven development to those who need it most. In Kenya, FSD brings this experience to the field, working with local organizations to implement meaningful, long term solutions to the biggest obstacles to development. One of the largest obstructions to development in Kenya is the suffocation of information systems. The apparent lack of free press severely inhibits Kenya’s ability to quickly and effectively circulate desperately needed information, particularly to rural areas. Much of the country does not have access to electricity and useful outlets to receive information beyond government propaganda and word-of-mouth. The government also fails to provide adequate health and social services to a large number of Kenyans. Combined, lack of infrastructure and proper communication channels causes Kenya to be haunted by solvable problems.
To help the people of Kenya overcome these obstacles to development, FSD works with community-based organizations to address the environmental, economic and social issues that affect them the most.

As an FSD Intern in Kakamega, you will…

Work side-by-side with a Community-Based Organization specializing in one more of the following development sectors: health, youth and education, women’s empowerment, microfinance, human rights, community development and/or environmental issues Receive intensive training in skills essential to sustainable development, such as: community asset mapping, needs assessments, collaborative project design, grant writing, and project monitoring and evaluation. Gain grant writing and project management experience by practicing your new skills through the design and implementation of a community-driven development project in partnership with your host organization. Access the FSD Alumni Network upon your return home to connect with like-minded individuals who help one another to reach their academic and professional goals through networking and regional events. FSD Alumni have won internationally renowned scholarships, studied at prestigious graduate schools, worked for prominent international development organizations, and have even started their own grassroots organizations.

Recent Interns in Kakamega have…

Designed and implemented outreach campaigns promoting community mobilization, sensitization, and health education; developed community resource centers; trained community leaders to organize informal events, provide informational and health resources, and develop HIV prevention strategies. Provided technical support in the construction of sustainable water, garbage, and sanitation systems in marginalized neighborhoods. Developed and supported educational and vocational programs that include training, resources and psychosocial support for orphans, vulnerable children, and marginalized women.

About FSD
Founded in 1995, the Foundation for Sustainable Development (FSD) supports the efforts of more than 300 grassroots, community-based partner organizations throughout Africa, Asia, and Latin America. FSD’s programs provide our overseas partners with multi-faceted support that relies on active community participation to mobilize lasting solutions. FSD programs include:

Capacity Building: * on-site training and networking opportunities led by local staff Interns and Volunteers: * provide local organizations with the human resources they need to design and implement long-term initiatives Grantmaking: * funding for sustainable projects Engaged Philanthropy: * opportunities for donors to increase their engagement in the projects they support

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