Empowering communities to advocate for their land, housing, and services.
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Making Slums Visible
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Impact

Transforming lives through community-led development

SDI Kenya's initiatives have led to significant improvements in urban settlements, mobilizing thousands of people and creating inclusive cities where low-income communities have access to adequate housing and services.

7009000
slum dwellers reached
28000
federation members
318
settlements
1000
savings groups

We amplify the voices and resilience of the urban poor for a more inclusive, climate-friendly future

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A man walking down a muddy alleyway with a yellow jug.
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About us

Our Story

As an affiliate of Slum Dwellers International (SDI), a global network operating in over 20 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, SDI Kenya mobilizes thousands of the most vulnerable women, men, and youth.

SDI Kenya provides technical support to Muungano wa Wanavijijij, the National Movement of the urban poor in Kenya.

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Theory of change

The transformation we seek in informal settlements

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What we do

Programs & Projects

Our programs and projects support Muungano wa Wanavijiji in driving community-led initiatives that focus on improving access to housing, services, and land, empowering marginalized communities to lead the change toward more inclusive and resilient urban environments.

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News

Our latest updates

Explore our latest updates, including blogs, reports, publications, and events, showcasing key developments from our programs and projects.

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September 25, 2024

Art for Change: Youth Voices in Kibera

Today, despite obstacles, Kibera is a hub of resilience and creativity, with communities—particularly the youth—actively working to address issues like housing, climate change, and social inequality through initiatives like artivism.

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Cairo, Egypt
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November 4, 2024

SDI Kenya at the World Urban Forum 12

SDI Kenya is excited to announce our participation in the 12th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12), a premier global conference established by the United Nations in 2001. The WUF is dedicated to addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by rapid urbanization, focusing on its impacts on communities, cities, economies, climate change, and policy development.

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September 11, 2024

Mathare Responsive Funds

Mental health awareness in communities is growing, emphasizing the need to remove stigmas and create supportive environments. This shift empowers individuals to take control of their mental well-being. Read more on how communities are leading this change.

Our partners

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with a diverse range of partners, grassroots communities, academia, development organizations, governments, and research institutions to build inclusive cities for the urban poor.

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