About – Light Initiative for Empowerment (LIFE)

Our History

Light Initiative for Empowerment (LIFE)

The history of Light Initiative for Empowerment (LIFE) dates back to 2004 when its current directors were students in the University. The vision of serving marginalized communities and less fortunate people in the community was first revealed to one of them, who in return, shared the same with the other. However, it was until recently - in 2018, when its program activities were intensified, and a robust working and funding framework became necessary. The envisaged framework for the envisioned benevolent activities led to an establishment of Light Initiative for Empowerment (LIFE) as a non-profit entity; and was officially registered in October 2023 to address, among other things, the socio-economic injustices and inequalities in our society. Our undertaking is to promote the plight of vulnerable groups through conscious action and charitable works of empowerment, conservation, advocacy and general promotion of the integrity of all humanity. LIFE serves orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), youth, other key populations and with more emphasis on the boy child by improving their quality of life through education support, water, health and sanitation services, and promotion of life-skills development and mentorship programs in Kenya.

Our Mission

Light Initiative for Empowerment (LIFE) is a Non-profit organization that serves orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), youth, other key populations and with more emphasis on the boy child by improving their quality of life through education support, water, health and sanitation services, and promotion of life-skills development and mentorship programs in Kenya. LIFE serves orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), youth, other key populations and with more emphasis on the boy child by improving their quality of life through education support, water, health and sanitation services, and promotion of life-skills development and mentorship programs in Kenya.

Our Vision

Empowered, Healthy and Secure Populations in the Society LIFE serves orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), youth, other key populations and with more emphasis on the boy child by improving their quality of life through education support, water, health and sanitation services, and promotion of life-skills development and mentorship programs in Kenya.

Accountability

We are responsible for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We hold accountable to our partners, donors, beneficiaries and other stakeholders by conforming to internationally accepted financial management systems and giving them the opportunity to evaluate our performances. Accountability ensures a strong reputation of our organization.

Transparency

We strive to implement the principle of transparency by being open to all our beneficiaries, partners and stakeholders. We believe that transparency will facilitate the development of mutual trust between stakeholders and partners, as well as open doors to new opportunities.

Empowerment

We enhance the capabilities and knowledge of our team, volunteers, and other stakeholders by providing continuous learning opportunities, support and resources. Empowerment drives innovation, encourages involvement, and fosters a sense of ownership and pride among our team members. By empowering our community, we ensure sustainable growth and resilience.

Participation

We involve beneficiaries and other stakeholders in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of our projects by promoting participation, active communication, and requesting feedback.

Integrity

We operate ethically and within legal guidelines while managing risk responsibly. Integrity is the cornerstone of our organization, guiding our actions and decisions. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of honesty, fairness, and professionalism in all our interactions. Our dedication to integrity ensures that we remain trustworthy and respected by all our stakeholders.