Computer lab on wheels
April 17, 2013 On Friday, the Wema Centre will officially launch Dreamcatcher – a mobile e-learning project that offers computer … more
The Wema Centre, Kenya
2011 PROTECTION IMPACT AWARD WINNER
AFRICA-MIDDLE EAST
The Wema Centre (Well Being Centre in Kiswahili) provides comprehensive care for street children, especially girls, and educational opportunities for orphans and vulnerable children from the Coast and Central Provinces, in Mombasa, Kisauni and Thika districts. Wema provides shelter, clothing, food, healthcare, psychosocial support and education to children. Where possible it seeks to reunite street children with their families and works with government offices across the country and village elders to monitor their progress and ensure effective reintegration. Moreover, Wema works at a political level to increase awareness and understanding of the issue.
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The STARS Impact Awards
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