Mabinti Tech is a Community-Based Organization (CBO) dedicated to empowering young girls and women in rural areas to pursue careers in digital technology and engineering. Our organization is located in the Kakamega North sub-county, South Kabras ward, Shamberere location, Chevoso sublocation, within Kakamega County area, serving the local community.
Purpose: Mabinti Tech exists as a community organization to serve the following purposes:
- Inspire young girls and women in rural areas to pursue careers in digital technology and engineering.
- Empower young girls and women in rural areas to pursue careers in digital technology and engineering.
- Connect and support the next generation of women leaders in digital technology and engineering.
- Engage in evidence-based research that informs policy in technology education and gender.
Mission: To connect and support the next generation of young women and youthful leaders, from the rural and under-served communities of western Kenya, in digital technology and engineering by equipping them with the necessary skills through training and creating opportunities for work. We aim to provide them with access and opportunities to advance their skills and pursue their dreams.
Vision: We envision a future where the participation of girls and young women in digital technology and engineering careers is significantly increased.
Group Activities: To achieve our goals, we undertake the following activities:
- Setting up a digital technology center dedicated to serving girls and young women.
- Conducting trainer's sessions for teachers from primary schools, secondary schools, and utilizing them as trainers at the digital center.
- Establishing computer clubs at primary schools, secondary schools, and one tertiary institution.
- Providing digital skills training to girls from three primary schools and four secondary schools.
- Offering print and electronic literature and materials on various digital technology careers and educational pathways to such careers to schools, church youth groups, and other formal and informal learning institutions.
- Organizing talks, symposiums, coding competitions, and hackathons for girls and young women at primary schools, schools, and one tertiary institution.
At Mabinti Tech, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of girls and young women by equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and support to thrive in the digital technology and engineering fields. Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and diverse future in the technology industry.