Join Harambee Youth Kenya
United, We Are uplifting communities
Being part of Harambee Youth Kenya means more than belonging to a youth organization — it means accessing real opportunities to grow, connect, lead, and give back.
Who Can Join
Membership is open to youth aged 18 to 35 years who are passionate about community development, social action, and youth-led solutions. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds across Kenya.
Membership Levels & Contributions
Individual
KES 1,000
Annual Contribution
Requirements
- Be aged between 18 and 35 years.
- Be a Kenyan citizen or resident
- Complete the membership form and agree to HYK's code of conduct.
- Pay KES 500 registration fee
- Provide a valid government ID or student ID (if applicable).
- Commit to ongoing engagement and youth mentorship when called upon
Benefits:
- Membership ID & Cerficate
- Access to HYK training programs, workshops, and mentorship
- Networking opportunities with other youth changemakers
- Discounted or priority entry to HYK events and summits
- Community Service Involvement Opportunities
- Listed in Branch Member Register
Group
KES 3,000
Annual Contribution
Requirements
- Must be a recognized youth group with at least 10 active members.
- Group registration certificate or proof of existence.
- Commitment to partner with HYK in community development and youth activities.
Benefits:
- Access to organizational capacity-building training (leadership, governance, proposal writing).
- Priority partnership in community activities, environmental drives, and civic initiatives.
- Group eligibility for HYK grants, resources, and collaboration opportunities.
- Visibility and promotion through HYK platforms.
- Opportunities for group representation at county and national youth networks.
- Listed in Branch Member Register
DISCLAIMER:
HYK reserves the right of admision to ensure alignment with our values and safeguarding policies.
- Associate Membership
Patron Membership
KES 1,000
Registration fee
KES 5,000
Annual contribution
Requirements:
- Be 31 years or older
- Indicate your area of support (mentorship, funding, events, etc.)
Benefits:
- Recognition as a Patron on the HYK website & reports
- Quarterly impact newsletters & updates
- Invitation to mentor youth and speak at HYK events
- Access to select strategic sessions and roundtables
- Personal updates on projects you support
Group Membership
KES 2,000
Registration fee
KES 10,000
Annual contribution
Requirements:
- Group must have 5 to 20 active members, aged 15–30
- Provide a group name and contact person
- State the group’s purpose or area of interest
- Submit a members list and constitution
- Sign partnership agreement
Benefits:
- Access to HYK cluster savings & benefits
- Participation in group-based economic empowerment programs
- Group training in leadership, teamwork & enterprise
- Visibility in the HYK national network
- Mentorship for group leaders and emerging members
- Eligibility for HYK incubation programs
Corporate Membership
KES 3,000
Registration fee
KES 50,000
Annual contribution
Requirements:
- Assign a contact person with name, title, and phone/email
- State your area(s) of partnership (CSR, partnerships, etc.)
- Sign partnership agreement
Benefits:
- Strategic CSR & youth partnership opportunities
- Regular impact reporting on your supported projects
- Staff engagement in mentorship or training
- Co-hosting opportunities for events and bootcamps
- Recognition in HYK digital platforms & branded materials
- Priority in corporate-led internship or placement pathways
Why Join HYK?
Becoming part of Harambee Youth Kenya means joining a movement that is transforming lives, building leaders, and creating real opportunities for young people across Kenya. Here’s why thousands choose HYK:
1. Empower Yourself
Gain access to skills training, mentorship, and real-life opportunities that prepare you for work, business, and leadership.
You’ll grow, learn, and unlock your full potential.
2. Build Real Connections
You join a network of young people, mentors, partners, and professionals who support each other’s growth.
You never walk alone.
3. Unlock Member-Exclusive Opportunities
Membership gives you special access to:
Trainings & certifications
Chama savings & loans
Internship and job referrals
Leadership roles
Volunteer and outreach programs
At HYK, opportunity meets preparation.
4. Be Part of Community Change
HYK is not just an organization—it’s a movement.
Members participate in real impact activities that improve communities, empower youth, and change lives.
Together, we make transformation possible.
5. Get Recognized as a Change Maker
Participate in community projects, earn certificates, and build a strong personal profile for school, work, or business.
6. Join a Vision Bigger Than Yourself
HYK is building long-term youth-driven solutions for social-economic development in Kenya.
When you join, you become part of a powerful, growing community of changemakers driving innovation, and impact.
Become a Member
Click the button below to fill out our official registration form and become part of the HYK community.
History
From Humble Beginnings to a Bold Future
2012: A Mission is Born
Harambee Youth Kenya began its journey in 2012, founded as a Transitional Living Community-Based Organization (CBO) with a simple but powerful vision: to offer vulnerable and displaced youth a safe place to rebuild their lives. In those early years, we provided shelter, basic care, and life skills support to young people facing homelessness and instability in Nairobi’s informal settlements. We witnessed firsthand the resilience and potential that exists in every young person—regardless of their background.
A Pause and Lessons Learned
However, like many grassroots initiatives, we faced immense structural and financial challenges. In time, the organization was forced to pause operations, but what never faded was the belief in the promise of Kenya’s youth.
2024: Rebirth with a Renewed Vision
In 2024, fueled by renewed purpose and lessons learned, we reestablished ourselves—not just as a support system, but as a comprehensive youth empowerment and development organization. We transformed Harambee Youth Kenya into a platform that addresses the deeper, systemic issues young people face: unemployment, lack of access to skills training, and financial exclusion.
From Relief to Empowerment
We’ve evolved from simply offering short-term aid to investing in long-term transformation, equipping young people not just to survive, but to thrive, lead, and shape the future of Kenya.
Our relaunch marked the beginning of a bold new chapter—one focused on building futures rather than just reacting to crises. Today, we operate through three flagship programs:
- Skills 4 Work Training – equipping youth with market-ready skills for the modern economy,
- Hustle Lab – connecting graducates of the skills 4 work programs directly to job opportunities, and
- Wezesha Microfinance – empowering young entrepreneurs to access micro grants and loans to start or grow their own ventures.
Looking Ahead: Building a Youth-Led Future
As we look ahead, our ambition is to reach over 1 million youth in the next decade—creating a generation of confident, skilled, and economically empowered leaders who will drive Kenya’s growth.
Because when we invest in youth, we invest in Kenya’s future.
Come work with us
Are you passionate about youth empowerment and social impact? Join our growing team of changemakers!
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