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Barrizi community work
Barrizi team in Dandora

Our Approach

Barrizi operates on the belief that sustainable change only comes from within communities. We don't parachute in solutions we build relationships, earn trust, and design every intervention together with the families and young people of Dandora.
Our work is rooted in empathy and humility. We listen before we act. We ask before we assume. And we stay long after the work has begun because lasting change takes years, not months.

Our 5 Principles

Community First
Every programme is designed with direct community input. We co-create, not impose.
Holistic Support
We address the whole person education, nutrition, mental wellbeing, and economic security.
Measurable Outcomes
We track what changes, not just what we do. Data and stories together tell the full picture.
Local Partnerships
We build local capacity and avoid dependency empowering communities to sustain progress themselves.
Long-Term Commitment
We invest in relationships over years, not months. Trust is built through consistency and presence.

Our Process

Every beneficiary journey follows a structured, compassionate process designed to meet each person exactly where they are.

1

Community Mapping

We identify the most vulnerable families in Dandora through sustained community presence, local referrals, and structured outreach ensuring we reach those most in need.

2

Enrolment & Assessment

Every child or young mother is assessed holistically. We understand their educational background, family situation, health status, and specific barriers to progress.

3

Tailored Support Plan

We design the right combination of programmes for each beneficiary no two plans are identical. Support may include school fees, meals, vocational training, or pastoral care.

4

Ongoing Monitoring

Monthly check-ins, school attendance reports, teacher feedback, and welfare visits ensure every child is progressing and no one falls through the cracks.

5

Graduation & Alumni

We celebrate milestones and support beneficiaries as they transition into independence whether that is secondary school, employment, or further training. Graduation is not the end; it is a new beginning.

Monitoring & Evaluation

We are serious about knowing whether our work is making a difference. Our M&E approach is built into every programme from day one.

School Attendance Tracking

Monthly attendance records submitted by each enrolled school, reviewed by our team.

Academic Performance Reports

End-of-term school reports collected and analysed to track academic progress and flag concerns.

Wellbeing Assessments

Structured welfare conversations with children, mothers, and families to monitor holistic health.

Annual Impact Report

A published report each year documenting our reach, outcomes, and financial accountability.

External Partner Reviews

Regular collaborative reviews with partner organisations including KAACR and Footsteps Kenya.

See the Results of Our Work

Explore our impact data, stories, and financials or get in touch with our team.