Awards: Youth Development NPO of the Year 2024/25; Most Visionary Organisation 2024 - Innovation in Education Excellence; Top Website 2022; Most Innovative Learning Organisation 2020
Founded in 1992 by Father Angelo D’Agostino, the Nyumbani Children's Home provides care for HIV-positive children, offering a nurturing environment for ages 0-18. Originally a hospice, it has since expanded into a vibrant community with essential facilities like community Nyumbani Kitui Village, Lawson Secondary School, cottages, a medical clinic, a youth center, and a farm, creating a supportive space where children thrive. Nyumbani has seen over 100 alumni successfully graduate from its programmes.
Sister Julia from the U.S. launched an art club at Nyumbani, hosting weekly workshops with artists such as Samwel Kariuki. Nyumbani Children's Home has participated in the MASK Awards since 2013, winning numerous prizes and performing at the MASK Award Ceremonies.
Awards
MASK Awards 2013
MASK Awards 2024, Winner - CREATIVE SCHOOL OF THE YEAR 2024
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MASK is a recipient of:
- Youth Development NPO of the Year 2024/25, Corporate LiveWire Global Awards, UK
- Most Visionary Learning Organisation 2024. Innovation in Education Excellence, Acquisition International Non- Profit Organisation Awards 2024, UK
- Top Website 2022, THEGOODESTATE Award, USA
- Most Innovative Learning Organisation 2020, SME News Greater London Award, UK
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