HIRAYA TRUST

Ending child and youth homelessness in Kenya and Beyond

Mission

To end child and youth homelessness in Kenya and beyond by providing safe shelter, education, mental health services, technical training, rehabilitation, and reintegration. We support individuals holistically—meeting both urgent needs and empowering long-term recovery—while advocating for policy change to address the root causes of homelessness.

Vision

A future where child and youth homelessness is no longer a crisis, but proof that with the right support—shelter, care, education, and policy change—we can rebuild lives and restore hope.

Core Values

H – Hope: We believe in the power of transformation. No matter how difficult the journey, we hold onto the belief that change is possible and every person deserves a second chance.

I – Inclusion: We serve with open hearts. Every individual—regardless of background, status, or story—is welcomed, respected, and valued in our work.

R – Restoration: We are committed to healing. We work to restore broken lives through shelter, support, care, and the rebuilding of self-worth and purpose.

A – Accountability: We act with honesty, responsibility, and transparency. We honour the trust placed in us by our communities, supporters, and those we serve.

Y – Yield: We believe that true service bears fruit. By investing deeply in people, we yield transformed lives, stronger communities, and lasting impact—both now and for generations to come.

A – Advocacy: We speak truth to power. We use our voice, experience, and research to influence systems and policies that affect people facing homelessness.

Objectives

  1. Shelter Provision: To offer safe, dignified, and trauma-informed housing solutions for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
  2. Rehabilitation and Recovery Support: To offer specialised rehabilitation services, including substance abuse treatment, counselling, and holistic care to help individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.
  3. Mental Health and Psychosocial Support: To provide accessible, compassionate care addressing trauma, emotional wellbeing, and mental health challenges.
  4. Education and Life Skills Development: To support individuals in returning to formal education—whether primary, secondary, or vocational—while also providing essential life skills that foster independence and personal growth.
  5. Technical and Vocational Training: To create economic opportunities through skills development and job readiness training tailored to local markets.
  6. Reintegration and Long-Term Stability: To assist individuals in successfully re-entering society by connecting them with permanent housing, employment, and supportive community networks.
  7. Policy Advocacy and Systems Reform: To collaborate with governments and stakeholders to develop and implement policies that prevent homelessness and safeguard the rights of vulnerable populations.

Our Mission

Preventing and Reducing Homelessness

Our organization works tirelessly across all regions of the Kenya to address the root causes of homelessness through direct support, policy change, and community engagement.

We believe everyone deserves safe, secure and affordable housing. Our approach combines emergency support with long-term solutions to create sustainable change.

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About Our Organization

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Our Approach

We take a three-pronged approach:

  • Emergency Support: Providing immediate shelter and necessities
  • Transition Programs: Helping individuals move into stable housing
  • Prevention: Addressing root causes through advocacy and education

Our model has been recognized by housing experts as one of the most effective in the country.

Our Team

We're proud to have a diverse team of passionate professionals including social workers, housing experts, counselors and community organizers working across Kenya to implement our programs.

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Executive Director

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Programs Director

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London Headquarters

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General Enquiries

+254 20 8123 4567
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