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Amahoro Coalition and Etihad Airways partner to launch a Community Development Centre in Nairobi, Kenya

Amahoro Coalition and Etihad Airways partner to launch a Community Development Centre in Nairobi, Kenya.

Nairobi, 18 December 2024 Etihad Airways, in collaboration with the Amahoro Coalition, have established the Etihad Airways Community Development Centre in Nairobi, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting underserved and forcibly displaced communities. This strategic partnership reflects a shared commitment to education, women’s empowerment, and creating sustainable livelihoods for marginalized populations.

The centerpiece of this development is a boarding school designed to serve children from nursery to grade 6. Additionally, the development will feature a vocational training centre dedicated to empowering young women with employability and entrepreneurial skills. Through practical training and skills development, the centre will equip participants to build sustainable livelihoods and become active contributors to their communities.

Isaac Kwaku Fokuo Jr., Founder and CEO of the Amahoro Coalition, highlighted the importance of this partnership said:

“Amahoro Coalition, in collaboration with Etihad Airways, is committed to a multi-stakeholder approach to addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges. By focusing on empowering women through education and digital literacy, we are not only fostering sustainable skills but also enabling individuals to take the lead in their communities. This initiative represents a significant advancement in our efforts to break cycles of inequality and drive future growth. We value our partnership with Etihad Airways, a proactive private sector player, as we work together to turn ambition into actionable impact.”

Dr. Nadia Bastaki, Chief People & Corporate Affairs Officer at Etihad Airways, echoed this sentiment:

“This Community Development Centre embodies our commitment to creating lasting positive change in the communities we serve. By providing comprehensive educational facilities and vocational training, we’re giving flight to ambition and creating opportunities for the next generation to thrive.”

This partnership between the Amahoro Coalition and Etihad Airways underscores the transformative power of strategic partnerships between the private sector for social impact and represents a significant step toward breaking cycles of inequality and enabling children and youth to unlock their full potential.

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