TARGET GROUP:
ALFA NETWORK targets all people in need and less fortunate in the community irrespective of their race, ethnicity, denomination and educational background. ALFA Network seeks to identify the following list of people as they are believed to be the neediest:
• Children under 18 years • Youth both in schools and out of school • Single parents • Differently gifted people (special needs individuals) • PLWAS and STI's infected and affected • Conflicts in the society, to edify peace and harmony
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View of Kibera and the infamous train tracks that run through the slum |
WHO ARE THE INTENDED BENEFICIARIES OF THE PROJECT?
• They are the orphaned, infected and affected by HIV/AIDS pandemic • Vulnerable children and the community living within Kibera Slum • Pupils in Kibera informal schools • Youth in and out of school • The community of Lindi, Kibera • Single parents
CHALLENGES:
• Child rights being denied in the community is prominent. • Employment for volunteers will become necessary. Traditionally youths in the community tends to be paid in order to offer their services. ALFA Network currently has 10 youths who are volunteering. • Gender: Men within the community are not ready for any voluntary initiatives. • Cultural bias: Language barriers (some only know tribal language not national language), relationships • Justice denied: In previous cases children's rights are not taken serious with Administration, Chief's, and village elders. • Dependency Syndrome: Some expect full support from Alfa Network. • Need for Human resources and financial support for more activities • Need for emergency funds for unplanned activities
LEVEL OF TECHNICAL SUPPORT REQUIRED FROM DONERS AND WELL-WISHERS:
Besides monitoring project compliance with regard to implementation and funds, well-wishers are at liberty to provide support in identifying required training resources for the project. Well-wishers will work with the ALFA Network office to develop their capacity in sourcing funds directly for the organization and any other sources to ensure continuity of project activities.
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