Sheria ya Vijana aims to strengthen the capacity and voice of Kenyan civil society, particularly youth and youth-led organizations to lead and participate meaningfully in the country’s green and digital transitions. The action focuses on youth empowerment through skills development, civic engagement, and entrepreneurship, while promoting inclusive governance and policy influence. The project targets young people aged 15–29 and creates platforms for their leadership in environmental sustainability, digital innovation, and social inclusion.
Kenyan youth face high unemployment and limited access to opportunities in the growing green and digital sectors. This project was developed to equip them with skills, mentorship, and platforms for meaningful participation in the economy and policy-making.
Youth Empowerment
Green and Digital Transitions
Civic Engagement
Economic Inclusion
Policy Influence
Youth Co-Designed Training on Digital Skills, Leadership, Sustainability, and Entrepreneurship. The project will co-develop innovative, youth-tailored Training programs in collaboration with young people and youth-led organizations. These Trainings will build critical skills in digital literacy, green technologies, sustainability principles, and inclusive leadership. The Training will use AI-infused tools to provide real-time insights and personalized learning experiences, enabling youth to actively engage in the green and digital economy as informed leaders, workers, and entrepreneurs.
Enhancement of TVET and EET Curricula with Green and Digital Content through collaborative efforts with Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and Entrepreneurship Education and Training (EET) providers to integrate green economy principles and digital innovation into existing curricula. This includes adding modules on climate-compatible skills, digital tools, critical thinking, and sustainable business models, ensuring that educators are equipped to prepare youth for emerging economic opportunities.
Establishment of Youth Apprenticeships and Mentorship Platforms to bridge the gap between Training and employment. This will be achieved through the establishment of structured Green and Digital Economy Apprenticeships. These will offer mentorship, incubation, and networking opportunities with companies, professionals, and startups. Youth will gain hands-on experience through internships, including AI-driven projects, connecting them directly to labor markets and entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Youth-Led Policy Labs, Local and National Youth Forums, and Simulation Parliaments. The project will create platforms for youth civic engagement through local County Youth Forums (CYFs), National YouthForums (NYF), and Policy Labs. In these spaces, youth will co-create solutions to challenges in social inclusion and economic development, particularly around the green and digital transitions. A National Youth Parliament Simulation will allow youth to debate on policy issues, present proposals, and gain experience in political processes. Winning proposals will be presented to real policymakers.
Development of AI-Powered Tools to Promote Accountability and Policy Engagement. Youth-led design and development of online, AI-powered tools will enable digital participation in governance. These tools will allow young people to submit views on key policy issues, track the flow of public funds, and monitor the implementation of youth welfare initiatives. This digital accountability system will promote transparency,citizen oversight, and inclusive decision-making.
Green Tech Innovation Bootcamps and Kenya Youth Green & Digital Economy Forums. The project will organize bootcamps focused on generating youth-led solutions to environmental challenges such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and waste management. These award-based events will support the incubation of green tech innovations. Additionally, annual Kenya Youth Green and Digital Economy Forums will bring together youth, universities, the private sector, and development partners to foster partnerships, secure funding, and spotlight youth innovations.
Art-Based Campaigns on Gender Equality, Disability Inclusion, and Youth-Friendly Policies. The project will support youth to design and lead inclusive advocacy campaigns using art and culture such as digital artistry, traditional painting, photography, and creative media to promote gender equality, disability inclusion, and youth-responsive policymaking. These campaigns will amplify marginalized voices, challenge harmful norms, and foster social cohesion, especially within the context of the twin transitions.
