Hitaji prioritizes health care, educating women and girls about sexual reproductive health, pregnancy, HIV/AIDS, and related health topics.
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Hitaji’s girls’ STEM mentorship and education scholarships program has a strong focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
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About Hitaji Initiative
Fostering Women and Girls' Economic Development Since 2011
Hitaji Development Initiative is a non-governmental organization registered in Kenya under the PBO Act, with a 501(c)(3) affiliate in New Jersey, USA. We address the complex challenges facing girls and women in Migori County through education, economic empowerment, and public health programs.
14+
Years of operation (founded 2011)
2000+
Women supported through microfinance
5
Partner organizations
90%
High school girls transitioning to university
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Fully tax-exempt for US donors
Annual reports and program evaluations published.
Women's micro-loans fully repaid
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What Our People’s Say About Hitaji Initiative
Hitaji's scholarship and mentorship
I was privileged to join Nyandago Secondary School through Hitaji’s educational scholarship, which covered my fees and upkeep. The regular mentorship sessions helped me overcome cultural and social barriers and I am currently pursuing a Diploma in Civil Engineering.
Linet Adhiambo Edward
2017 Scholarship Cohort
Hitaji's economic program
As Regional Chairperson, I have seen firsthand how Hitaji’s women’s economic program has transformed lives in Migori, Kenya. Through the component of revolving fund and entrepreneurship training, our women groups have grown their local businesses and food security in homes.
Caroline Wasonga
Women's Group Regional Chairperson
Supporting Risehand has been one of the most fulfilling decisions I've made.
I was privileged to join Oyugi Ogango Girls Secondary Schools through Hitaji's educational scholarship, which covered my fees. The regular mentorship sessions helped me build a strong personality and understand how to balance life and education as a young girl.
Jenifal Ladona
2013 Cohort
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