Equity in services and opportunities.
WELCOME TO MERAKI ACTION INITIATIVE
Meraki Action Initiative (MAI) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving lives and promoting sustainable development through comprehensive programs in health and education. Established in 2024, we are committed to fostering sustainable development by advancing quality education, ensuring accessible healthcare, and empowering communities. We strive to create lasting change by addressing key challenges, promoting equity, and building resilience. MAI aims to transform lives and rural communities through integrated approaches, scaling our interventions to achieve sustainable impact to ensure a brighter, more equitable future for everyone. Together, we leave a positive impact on the lives we touch.
OUR FOCUS AREAS
We primarily focus on health and education as our main thematic areas, while also addressing cross-cutting issues such as climate justice and gender equality.
HEALTH
We implement programs to promote healthy living and improve access to healthcare, including health education workshops, awareness campaigns, community outreach events, provision of essential health services, and training for healthcare workers.
EDUCATION
We implement programs to help boys and girls stay in school and complete their education, including mentorship, vocational and life skills training, career guidance, reading clubs, and debating clubs.
CLIMATE ACTION
We facilitate tree planting at household and school levels, with 30% of trees being fruit-bearing, to build a climate-resilient community and empower children to participate in climate action.
GENDER EQUALITY
Promoting equality and tackling challenges faced by both boys and girls. This involves focusing on the boy child to prevent social deviance like drug and alcohol abuse, while supporting the retention of girls in school.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Susan's Story: Transformation Through Reading Clubs
My name is Susan (not my real name), and I am a Primary 6 student at Abim Primary School. I used to struggle a lot with school and even thought about dropping out because I didn’t believe I could succeed. My mother had suggested that I stay home and consider joining a tailoring school. However, everything changed when I joined the reading club in my community. My mother’s perspective on education also changed completely.
Being part of the reading club gave me a newfound confidence and courage. Through interacting with friends during reading sessions and playing games, I gradually developed better study habits and my grades improved. The reading club helped me learn how to balance my time between schoolwork and family commitments, and it also taught me to view life more positively. As a result, I am now committed to completing my primary education.
The reading club has become a safe space where I can be myself, despite the challenges I faced as a struggling student. I have learned to read simple stories, and with renewed determination, I am now focused on finishing primary school, joining secondary school, and pursuing my dream of becoming a nurse in the future.
Inspiring Alumni Visit
Dr. Okello James now a gynecologist, an alumnus of Abim Primary School, returned after 40 years, inspiring learners with his success story despite challenging conditions. His visit instilled hope and motivation among the pupils, showing them that success is possible even in difficult circumstances. These alumni visits are empowering, as they provide students with relatable role models who demonstrate the value of education and perseverance. Hearing firsthand accounts of overcoming obstacles encourages students to stay committed to their studies, reducing absenteeism by fostering a sense of purpose and determination. This consistent engagement enhances academic performance and creates a supportive and motivating learning environment, contributing significantly to the overall quality of education.
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DRIVING IMPACT THROUGH SDGS
At Meraki Action Initiative, we align our work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through our focus on education, health, and community empowerment, we are actively contributing to a more sustainable and equitable future for all.
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