I was born and raised in Kibera, one of the largest informal settlements in Nairobi. Growing up, my school life was full of struggle—overcrowded classes, leaking roofs, and no textbooks. Yet one teacher believed in me, and that belief is what made me want to give back as a teacher myself.

I believe education is the most powerful tool to break the cycle of poverty, and it must start with the youngest children.

We sometimes lack basic facilities—like chalk, exercise books and pencils . There is no safe, large enough playground for the children as the school is in the heart of Kibera slum.

I dream of building a safe, colorful early childhood center where children can learn safely and affordably.