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People reached through our interventions
Mission
To empower Northern Kenya communities by harnessing and promoting local resources, indigenous wisdom, and collaborative initiatives.
Vision
A thriving Northern Kenya where community-led endeavors flourish, traditions and modernity coexist, with a profound connection to roots and a prosperous, sustainable future.
Overarching
Goal
Goal
To build resilient, self-reliant communities in Northern Kenya where tradition and modernity thrive together for a dignified and sustainable future.
Where Hope Meets Dignity
Empowering communities in Northern Kenya
IDNK is a community-rooted NGO working in Marsabit and Isiolo to uplift the most vulnerable, women, girls, youth, children with disabilities, and the elderly, by harnessing local resources, indigenous wisdom, and collaborative initiatives.
Core Values
Integrity • Inclusivity • Transparency • Cultural Sensitivity • Holistic Approaches • Adaptability • Positivity
Helping Today
We’re Empowering Communities in Northern Kenya
Turning Vision into Action
Our Focus
Women & Girls Empowerment
Restocking small ruminants, dignity kits, economic inclusion, and leadership.
Education & ECD (Inclusive)
Support for vulnerable learners and children living with disabilities; psychosocial support for caregivers.
Climate Resilience & Environment
Dryland restoration, tree planting, drought preparedness rooted in indigenous knowledge.
Humanitarian & Elderly Support
Rapid assistance for climatic shocks, food security support, and protection.
Youth Development
Career guidance, mentorship, and drug-prevention initiatives.
WASH & Health
Safe water access, menstrual hygiene, and community health promotion.
Community Advocacy & Indigenous Knowledge
Culture clubs, language revitalization, and community-led governance.
🌟 Turning Efforts into Lasting Change
Impact Highlights
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No girl drops out or misses school due to natural processes—dignity with respect.
Education Support & Advocacy
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Small-ruminant restocking, strengthening household resilience.
Women’s Economic Power
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Language revitalization and tree planting through school culture clubs.
Culture & Climate
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Dignity kits distribution; psychosocial support for caregivers of children with special needs.
Protection & Care
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Initiative For Development In Northern Kenya (IDNK)
Established: 2016 | Reg. No: OP.218/051/16-225/10470
NGO working in Marsabit & Isiolo Counties
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Contact
📬 P.O. Box: 0720121887-60700, Moyale
💡 Why we Matter
Across Northern Kenya, families face challenges from poverty, climate shocks, and social exclusion. IDNK empowers women, youth, and vulnerable groups with the tools and opportunities to thrive.