Who We Are:

We are a group of professionals based in Windsor, Ontario, Canada working with Murungaru Primary School.

We came together in 2007 and decided to do something about helping children’s education in Africa.
Rafiki Kenya is a group of individuals based in Windsor, Ontario whose goal is to assist children’s educational prospects in Africa, more specifically Kenya. The group was started in 2007 by several individuals who shared a passion for both children and education.

In the summer of 2007 one of the group’s members, a native of Kenya, returned home and visited Murungaru Primary School. He captured in photographs ways that the group could offer assistance to the rural public school that houses nearly 500 students, both boys and girls.

Through subsequent contacts with the Headmaster of the school, the following two projects were deemed the most important: new latrines and the addition of a multi-purpose educational room cum library. New latrines would be safe and sanitary, replacing the currently existing inadequate and unsanitary toilet facilities. The added multi-purpose room would house a much-needed library and counseling facilities. The two projects will go a long way in fulfilling the group’s mission and vision.

Rafiki Kenya members plan to visit the Murungaru School in December 2009 or January 2010 with the funds they have raised in order to see through the completion of these projects. The group has grown to nearly 20 determined volunteers. It is non-religious, non-denominational, non-sectarian and welcomes volunteers from all walks of life. Although Rafiki Kenya operates as a completely autonomous entity, the group values the collaboration and support from other groups, religious or not, willing to help in its mission.

Mission

Rafiki Kenya serves as a development partner in the support of children’s education and health in Africa.

Vision

Rafiki Kenya envisions a future where children have universal access to education in a healthy environment.

Values

Caring - we are committed to serving with empathy and compassion

Respect - We believe that all people should be treated with consideration and dignity. We cherish diversity.

Accountability & Teamwork - We are committed to effective partnerships between volunteers and staff, and we seek opportunities to form alliances with others.

Ripple Effect - We are committed to working with a community to be self sustaining.