Voices from Our Village

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Karibu to the Kenya Connect Podcast Series! Kenya Connect is working to enrich and empower education for students, teachers and parents at 63 partner public schools in rural Kenya. Our multi-pronged approach breaks down barriers to education through providing Reusable Sanitary Pad Kits, clean water, and health and hygiene programs while also bridging the digital divide, providing a robust library and literacy program, reducing teen pregnancy and gender-based violence through the girl/boy empowerment program and providing enriching Teacher Professional Development. Tune in to hear about our programs and the beneficiaries we serve. Each 15 minute podcast is lively, entertaining and inspiring. Happy listening! For more information about Kenya Connect visit www.kenyaconnect.org or follow us on social media.

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July 27, 202613 min

Recorders without Borders: Music in the Classroom

In this episode, Lynn Brooks, founder of Recorders without Borders, and music teacher Samantha Salazar share how music is becoming part of classroom learning in Wamunyu. During their time volunteering with Kenya Connect, they helped train teachers from partner schools to bring recorder instruction into their classrooms as part of the curriculum. The partnership has also provided 1,400 recorders for teachers and learners. You’ll hear some recorder music along the way.

May 4, 202624 min

Learning about KC's Work

We hosted a team of secondary school students who were interested in Kenya Connects work, including the Wings Poa Reusable Sanitary Pad Program. The students were inspired by our work and are interested in giving back in their urban community by raising funds to purchase kits to distribute.

April 29, 20267 min

Happy Earth Month!

Members of Kenya Connect's Environmental Clubs are joined by Eco Champion Brian Mateli, who oversees the clubs, and a club patron. Learn about the clubs' activities and how it is inspiring a new generation of earth champions.

March 11, 202618 min

KC5K and Running to Read: Do Good and Feel Good!

Executive Director, USA Sharon Runge and US Board Members Blair Villa and Lindsay Kincaid are the special guests on "Voices from Our Village." They are joined by Patrick Munguti and Cyrus Wambua to discuss Kenya Connect's upcoming 5K Race in Maryland and Virtually from around the world on March 28th and the October Running to Read Festival. Enjoy this lively discussion on why both events build community while raising funds to support Kenya Connect's work.

February 11, 202614 min

The Power of a Read Aloud!

Join library team Esther Muinde and Rael Mutunge as they share the power of a Read Aloud. This episode also features three champion readers, Regina, Miriam and Ian, who share what it's like to be a Radio Read Aloud star. An added bonus is the three students reading Lupita Nyong'o's book, "Sulwe." This is a beautiful episode that celebrates World Read Aloud Day and the joy and wonder of books.

January 30, 202616 min

From Kenya to Singapore: The Champion KIlembwa Lobster Team

This is a must listen of the World Robotics Olympiad Lobster Team sharing their reflections from their journey to Singapore to compete in the International Competition.

December 3, 20254 min

Our First Kid Podcast!

During the school break, Cyrus Wambua was joined by a group of students in the Kenya Connect podcast studio. It was the first time for these students to see the studio and to learn how the podcast equipment works. During their learning session, the students recorded themselves as Cyrus asked some questions. It's a delightful exchange.

November 21, 202513 min

From Beneficiaries to Staff Members: Rael and Brian's Reflections

Six of Kenya Connect staff members attended Kenya Connect partner schools and benefitted from some of our programs. This episode highlight Brian Mateli and Rael Mutunge's experience with the PenPal program and other projects and how they became part of Kenya Connect's staff.

October 2, 202518 min

Teachers are at the Heart of Learning

In celebration of World Teacher's Day, we have a special podcast hosted by Patrick Munguti, Director of Education and Technology. Patrick talks with Kenya Connect's Coordinator of Quality Education and four teachers about creating a joyful classroom, how teaching has changed to meet today's needs and the importance of teachers.

September 26, 202510 min

LitMoms: Building Literacy and Strong Families

Listen to three women who are part of Kenya Connect's LitMom program. They will share insights about the program and how the income generation component is making a difference for them and their children.