Our Mission

To equip young Kenyan women in marginalized communities with employable Technology skills, with the aim of empowering them to have a financially stable future and contribute to the digital economy.

Our Vision

To reduce barriers for marginalized young women in Kenya to access tech opportunities by providing accessible pathways to success in technology through skills development.
PWANI
TEKNOWGALZ
Empowering Girls. Transforming Communities.

How change happens

Our Theory of Change

Pwani Teknowgalz believes that when girls and young women from underserved communities are equipped with market-relevant digital skills, connected to opportunities, and supported to lead, they transition into meaningful livelihoods and create lasting change in their communities.

The ChallengeGirls and young women in Kenya’s underserved coastal communities face barriers to accessing digital skills, technology careers, mentorship, and economic opportunities — limiting their participation in the digital economy.
Limited access to technology & internet
Low exposure to digital skills & careers
Lack of mentorship, networks & industry ties
Limited economic opportunities & livelihoods

Our Approach

We Equip

Building skills, confidence & leadership

  • Digital & AI skills
  • Career readiness & employability skills
  • Leadership development
  • Mentorship & coaching

We Connect

Opening doors to opportunities & networks

  • Industry partnerships
  • Internships & work experience
  • Employment pathways
  • Entrepreneurship support
  • Professional networks

We Enable

Creating pathways to economic opportunity

  • Employment
  • Freelancing & digital livelihoods
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Leadership & innovation
  • Community action

Short-term outcomes

Young women gain

  • Digital & AI competencies
  • Increased confidence & self-efficacy
  • Career readiness
  • Professional networks

Medium-term outcomes

Young women transition into

  • Meaningful employment
  • Freelancing & online work
  • Entrepreneurship & small businesses
  • Further education & advancement
  • Leadership roles

Long-term impact

Economically empowered young women who lead, innovate, create opportunities for others, and strengthen resilient communities and an inclusive digital economy.

Ripple Effect

Our alumnae become changemakers who create opportunities for the next generation.

Mentors & Role Models
Trainers & Facilitators
Entrepreneurs & Employers
Innovators & Problem Solvers
Community Leaders

Creating a multiplier effect that transforms families, strengthens communities and drives national development.

What We Measure

Skills

Improved digital & AI skills and technical competencies

Confidence & Leadership

Increased confidence, leadership skills and mindset shift

Employment Outcomes

Transitions into employment, internships and career advancement

Freelancing & Digital Livelihoods

Increased income earning through online work and freelancing

Entrepreneurship

New businesses launched and income generated

Community Leadership

Alumnae leading, mentoring and creating impact locally

Empowered Girls.
Strong Communities.
Digital Futures.

Our Values

Inclusivity: Pwani Teknowgalz ensures that all its programs and activities are accessible to women and girls from diverse socio-economic backgrounds in the coastal region.
Integrity: Pwani Teknowgalz upholds the highest standards of honesty and transparency in its operations and interactions Technological skills are essentials for girls and women to be able to contribute to the digital economy.
Community: Pwani Teknowgalz aims to build a strong and supportive community of women and girls in technology along the coast of Kenya.
Collaboration: Partnering with stakeholders both within and outside the organization allows Pwani Teknowgalz to leverage different perspectives, expertise, and resources. to collectively work towards advancing women and girls in technology.

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