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Learn More About Us

Discover our story, meet our team, explore our initiatives, and understand our mission to build a better tomorrow together.

Our Story

A Movement Born From Community

Mararani Foundation Group emerged from the hearts and minds of young leaders in Mararani village, Shela, Lamu Island. What started as a passionate group of individuals determined to create positive change has grown into a vibrant, youth-powered organization serving our community and inspiring others.

Our Journey

From organizing sports tournaments to launching environmental clean-ups, from digital literacy classes to community dialogues on rights and civic education—we've been building momentum through action. Every project, every workshop, every conversation reflects our commitment to social justice, environmental stewardship, youth empowerment, and community development.

What Drives Us

Our Foundation

Built on transparency, performance, impact, diversity, compassion, and team spirit—we're creating a stronger, more equitable Lamu Island where every person has the opportunity to thrive.

The Crew (Our Team)

Atwa Salim

Atwa Salim

Patron

MCA Shela Ward - Providing visionary leadership and community connection at the highest level.

Abdulhakim Abdalla

Abdulhakim Abdalla

Founder/President

Visionary leader steering our mission and ensuring our foundation remains purpose-driven.

Klebert Bigirimana

Klebert Bigirimana

PR Lead

Building awareness and communicating our impact to the world.

Rashid Ali

Rashid Ali

Youth Lead

Amplifying the voices and needs of young people in our programming.

Our Initiatives (Projects)

Environmental Action

Beach cleanups, mangrove restoration, and climate awareness campaigns protecting Lamu's natural heritage for future generations.

Youth Empowerment

Skills training, leadership development, entrepreneurship programs, and mentorship creating pathways for youth success and economic opportunity.

Digital Literacy

Computer training, online safety education, and AI awareness workshops equipping communities with 21st-century skills for the digital economy.

Sports & Talent

Community tournaments, athletic coaching, and artistic development programs nurturing talent and building confident, connected youth leaders.

Rights & Civic Education

Workshops and awareness programs on human rights, animal welfare, and civic responsibility building informed, empowered citizens.

Community Wellness

Mental health awareness, support circles, and wellness programs promoting emotional wellbeing and reducing stigma in our community.

Our Module

Mararani Foundation Impact Model

Our holistic approach integrates youth leadership, community participation, data-driven solutions, and strategic partnerships to create sustainable, measurable impact across six key pillars.

Youth-Led
Young people design and lead initiatives

Data-Driven
Evidence-based decisions and tracking

Partnership-Focused
Collaboration with all stakeholders

Community-Centered
Community voices drive our work

Our Impact Framework Ensures:
Transparency in operations, Performance excellence, Meaningful impact, Sustainable change, and accountability to our community.

Mission Statement & Values

Our Mission

To empower youth and communities in Mararani village through youth-led initiatives, data-driven solutions, and grassroots advocacy, creating tangible change in environmental conservation, digital literacy, sports development, rights advocacy, and civic education.

Our Vision

A stronger, more equitable Lamu Island where young leaders drive sustainable development, where communities are informed and empowered, where transparency guides our work, and where every individual can reach their full potential in a thriving, just society.

Our Core Values

Transparency • Performance • Impact • Diversity • Compassion • Team Spirit

These values guide every decision we make, every program we implement, and every relationship we build. Together, we're building a better tomorrow.