SDI Kenya’s theory of change embodies the "grassroots to global" concept, providing a platform for slum dwellers to lead transformative change from the local to the international level. This approach ensures that the voices and solutions of the urban poor shape global urban development dialogues and policies while enhancing tenure security, access to basic services, housing, and livelihoods at the settlement level. Scroll to explore our actions, outputs, and outcomes for each change pathway.
Organize women-led savings groups, profile and map settlements, mentor women leaders, support livelihood initiatives, equip youth with multimedia skills, and facilitate dialogue forums among communities and urban stakeholders.
Recognized slum settlements with secure tenure and basic services, where social cohesion thrives, economic opportunities are accessible, and communities engage with government, fostering hope and opportunity for youth.
Improved access to essential services, enhanced economic livelihoods, better climate change adaptation, greater strategic influence for slum dwellers, and strengthened social cohesion within communities.
Network savings groups into city-scale federations, support city government partnerships, map informal settlements, facilitate city forums for urban policy, establish community upgrading funds, encourage peer-to-peer exchanges, and manage slum upgrading projects.
Inclusive development with decision makers valuing urban poor communities' input, institutionalized collaboration spaces, citywide improvements in housing and services, and slum upgrading supported by pro-poor financing to enhance urban inclusivity and resilience.
Improved collaboration between slum dwellers and government, data-driven development, equitable policies for slum dwellers’ priorities, improved quality of life, an end to evictions, better access to essential services, and increased pro-poor finance for local climate action.
Advocate for national policies supporting slum upgrading, coordinate city federations, partner with government agencies, develop national data on informal settlements, promote knowledge sharing, and mobilize resources for successful local initiatives.
We see national policies supporting slum upgrading, enhanced collaboration between urban poor federations and national government, improved data-driven decision-making, and increased resources for inclusive urban development across the country.
National urban policies prioritize inclusive development, slum upgrading becomes a standard practice, urban poor federations gain significant influence in national decision-making, and sustainable financing for pro-poor urban initiatives are established across the country.
Participate in global policy debates, support regional hubs for national slum dweller federations, facilitate peer-to-peer exchanges, manage the Urban Poor Fund International and other finance facilities, and use data to inform and evaluate development agendas.
Organized urban poor communities recognized as key partners in decision-making, with a focus on inclusive development and decision-makers integrating community-driven knowledge to enhance their capital and transform the status quo.
Global development becomes more pro-poor through collaboration with slum dwellers, SDI's engagements show increased local impact, slum dweller data and voices amplify advocacy efforts, and global finance flows increase for locally-led, pro-poor urban development.
Establishing relationships and fostering solidarity with marginalized and vulnerable communities. Engaging in social justice initiatives and responding to crises, such as disasters, and evictions demonstrate empathy and support.
Collaborate with residents, including youth and women, to identify key issues within their settlements
Facilitate the formation of community groups, empowering residents, especially youth and women, to take leadership roles in development efforts
Engage residents in collecting and analyzing data to ensure it reflects their needs and conditions
Support community-led advocacy for improvements in land, housing, and essential services, ensuring that the voices of women and youth are prominently represented
Partner with local and national authorities and CSOs to enhance resources and coordination
Work closely with communities to co-create and implement solutions, ensuring that the contributions and leadership of youth and women are integral to the process
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Evaluate the outcomes of projects with community feedback, focusing on how effectively the needs of women, youth, and other marginalized groups have been addressed and use these insights to guide continuous improvement
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