Bright Future Kenya

Who we are

Bright Future Kenya (BFK) is a registered non-governmental and non-profit organization under the Community Group Registration Act 2022.

Our activities are centred around a number of sustainable development goals in particular climate action, quality education, good health and well being, no poverty and decent work and economic growth. We support the youth and young adults in achieving personal growth, for example providing non formal education activities on a number of topics pertaining to climate change and the environment, basic skills in literacy and digital literacy. Our activities intend to support the Kenyan government’s agenda in addressing critical 21st century issues, fostering grassroots efforts to improve living conditions and promote sustainable development throughout the local community.

Our Strategy

At Bright Future Kenya, we believe in having a clear vision, mission, and values to guide us. We are dedicated to empowering young people and supporting their well-being in everything we do.

Our Vision

To be an extraordinary organization that provides an atmosphere where the protection and transformation of our children, support and strengthening of family life, and engagement of volunteers can occur.

Our Mission Statement

To proactively and responsively protect our nation’s children and youth through love, advocacy, and education.

Our Core Values

Integrity
Inclusivity
Accountability
Equality

Our Team

COLLINS OTIENDE OCHIENG
Executive Director

EMMANUEL OTIENO OBWANGA
Assistant Director & Head of Programs

MICHELLE MWALO
Finance

JOHN ONYANGO
Community Outreach & Advocacy Officer

ALICE KERU
Research and Development Officer

Sheila Bells Omondi
Admin & Program Assistant

Evans Dolla
Project Officer

Mathews Ouko
Public Relations Officer

Anjeline Anyango
Communication Lead

Caroline Amondi
Comms Assistant

Gemma
International Volunteer

Margaret Awuor odhiambo
Board Member

Programs

A. Climate Change

This program addresses critical challenges of climate change, environmental sustainability, youth unemployment, and economic empowerment through integrated climate governance, green jobs creation, waste management, and environmental conservation.

Key Components:

Climate Governance Strengthening:
Establish and enhance climate governance structures at national and county levels to monitor ecosystems, assess climate vulnerabilities, and implement Kenya’s Climate Change Act (2016) provisions.

Green Jobs and Entrepreneurship:
Foster green entrepreneurship by supporting youth-led initiatives in sectors such as recycling, plastic waste management, and sustainable agriculture. Promote low-carbon technologies and environmentally friendly goods and services to create employment opportunities and stimulate economic growth aligned with Kenya’s green economy transition.

Waste Management and Environmental Conservation:
Implement sustainable waste management practices to reduce environmental pollution, including plastic recycling programs and circular economy approaches. Integrate conservation efforts that enhance ecosystem resilience and contribute to food security through sustainable agricultural practices.

B. Good Governance and Social Accountability

We promote good governance and support strong youth policies, encouraging social accountability and bringing different generations together to build a better future.

C. Child Protection

Our efforts focus on safeguarding children's rights and welfare, aligning with Kenya's broader child protection framework which includes legislation such as the Children Act 2022 that aims to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation while promoting child welfare through access to education and healthcare. Bright Future Kenya is part of a multi-sectoral approach that supports national efforts to strengthen child protection systems, including capacity building, awareness campaigns, and coordination with government and civil society actors to ensure timely and effective responses to child protection cases.

D. Philanthropic Work

Bright Future's philanthropic work in Kenya focuses primarily on empowering vulnerable communities, especially women and children, through education, vocational training, and inclusion programs.

Implemented / Ongoing Projects / Partnerships

Solidarity exchange programs with students from Kenya and France, with Digijeunes.
Smart Agriculture initiatives (Edible Gardening in schools) with The Tree Party (Netherlands), including the “Birthday for Trees” project (2,000+ saplings).
MBS course with Interweave International USA, training 50+ entrepreneurs for self-reliance.
Eye 4 SDGs project with Edise Mobility (Belgium) and HARD Uganda – focused on policy advocacy, SDG gap analysis, capacity building, and cultural exchanges.
Collaboration with Grades of Green for environmental education and community sustainability projects. Website: www.gradesofgreen.org