About Us
Who We Are
The Maria Owadi Memorial Foundation (MMOF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering young people in rural Kenya through education, skills development, and sustainable entrepreneurship. We believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive, regardless of background.
Through our programs, we champion equal access to higher education, promote technical and vocational training, support social impact investments that create meaningful employment and sustainable livelihoods, and encourage the youth to embrace entrepreneurship to bridge the unemployment gaps in rural Kenya.
Our mission aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4 – Quality Education and 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth, driving inclusive prosperity for all.
Our Vision: A world where every young person has access to quality education, relevant skills, and opportunities to lead productive, innovative, and sustainable lives.
Our Mission: To empower youth through Access to Higher and Technical Education, Vocational Training, Mentorship, and Sustainable Entrepreneurship Opportunities — fostering innovation, decent work, and inclusive development.
Our Story
The Maria Owadi Memorial Foundation (MMOF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering young people in rural Kenya through education, skills development, and sustainable entrepreneurship. We believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive, regardless of background.
Through our programs, we champion equal access to higher education, promote technical and vocational training, support social impact investments that create meaningful employment and sustainable livelihoods, and encourage the youth to embrace entrepreneurship to bridge the unemployment gaps in rural Kenya.
Our Approach
We collaborate with universities, vocational training centers, private sector partners, and community organizations to design and implement programs that open doors for young people.
Through scholarships, mentorship networks, skill-building workshops, and enterprise incubation, we cultivate a new generation of resilient, creative, and self-reliant youth who can drive sustainable development in their communities.
Meet The Team
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