Leaders Are Readers

READERS FOR CHANGE NAIROBI

Emphasizes the transformative power of reading in fostering leadership and community engagement.

Our Mission

All Leaders Are Readers of Nairobi (ALAR) aims to empower displaced refugee youths through education and community spiritual development. This project focuses on providing comprehensive support to displaced refugee youths, fostering their intellectual curiosity, and equipping them with the necessary skills for leadership and community engagement.

Our Purpose

Educate

Motivate

Support

Empower

About Us

Who We Are

All Leaders Are Readers of Nairobi (ALAR) is a grassroots initiative dedicated to empowering displaced refugee youth through education, vocational training, and community spiritual development. Founded with the belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and lead, ALAR provides holistic support to help refugee youth overcome barriers and thrive in their communities.

At ALAR, we understand that leadership is nurtured through knowledge, character, and purpose. That’s why we strive to foster intellectual curiosity and spiritual grounding—so our youth can become confident, compassionate leaders who inspire change.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to educate, motivate, support, and empower displaced refugee youths through intellectual
curiosity as the foundation for effective leadership and community development

Program

At All Leaders Are Readers of Nairobi (ALAR), we are committed to transforming the lives of displaced refugee youth in Nairobi through education, spiritual development, and vocational training. Each of our programs is designed to address the specific challenges these youth face, equipping them with the knowledge, values, and skills to lead empowered lives.

Educational Support

Our educational programs nurture intellectual curiosity and academic growth through structured, supportive initiatives:

Ease Burden Tutoring Program
A peer-to-peer tutoring initiative where selected youth mentor and support each other in overcoming academic challenges.
Scholarship Opportunities
Financial assistance provided to high-performing graduates who wish to pursue higher education.
Personal Development Workshops
Sessions that focus on leadership principles, self-discipline, critical thinking, and habits essential for personal success.

Spiritual Development

We believe that leadership is grounded in strong moral values and a heart for service. Our spiritual development program draws on biblical teachings to shape compassionate, community-driven leaders.

Micah 6:8 Core Values
We promote justice, mercy, and humility as foundational virtues in leadership and life.
Culture of Reading
Emphasizing our core belief that “All Leaders Are Readers,” we encourage daily reading and reflection to build wisdom, empathy, and vision.

Vocational Training

For refugee youth unable to access traditional education due to financial or age-related barriers, our vocational training offers practical, employment-ready skills.

Training Areas Include:

Accounting
Beauty Therapy
Business Information Technology
Computer Science
Culinary Arts (Short Courses)
English Language Proficiency
Hospitality Management
Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Nursing
Software Engineering

Who We Serve

Our programs are designed for:

High school students in need of additional academic and leadership training
High school dropouts seeking a second chance through vocational education
Refugee youth committed to regular program participation and self-improvement

Program Impact

By combining education, moral development, and practical training, ALAR prepares displaced youth to become:

Informed leaders
Community changemakers
Economic contributors
Advocates for peace and justice

Funding Requirements

To continue offering quality education and support, ALAR seeks funding for:

Tuition fees for vocational programs
Educational materials and school supplies
Operational costs for tutoring and workshops
Community outreach and participant assessments