| One of the highlights of my recent trip to Kenya was visiting KGSA alumni studying at Strathmore University, one of Kenya’s most prestigious universities. Among them were six members of KGSA’s Class of 2025, who began their university studies just two months ago. I asked a few of them to share their experiences with you directly.  Watch the short video below to hear from three of our newest university students. |
| As I listened to the girls speak, one thought kept coming back to me: Education is the great equalizer. The young women of KGSA come from Kibera, one of Africa’s largest informal settlements. Many grew up facing economic barriers that could have limited their opportunities. Today, they are thriving on a university campus alongside students from across Kenya and many other African nations. And they belong. The students shared that university life is helping them grow in new ways. They are learning to manage their time, study independently, build confidence, strengthen their public speaking skills and navigate a diverse campus community. Perhaps my favorite moment was meeting Valery, who is making KGSA history as the first alumna to study law. Other members of the Class of 2025 are pursuing degrees in International Affairs, Commerce and Information Technology. I also had the chance to reconnect with alumni from earlier classes, including Lilian (Class of 2024), who recently received an award recognizing her as the Strathmore student most active in community service. What an incredible honor and such a reflection of the values she developed at KGSA. The students told me something else that made me smile: KGSA prepared them well. The study habits, leadership opportunities, mentorship, and community they experienced at KGSA gave them the confidence to succeed in this next chapter. Twenty years ago, KGSA opened its doors with a simple belief: Girls deserve access to quality education. Today, KGSA alumni are studying law, international affairs, commerce, information technology, education, engineering, and many other fields. They are building careers, serving their communities, and creating opportunities that previous generations could only dream about. And they’re just getting started. |