Kenya

Community Development Project, Nandi Hills

An initiative in the Rift Valley region of Kenya has introduced Consciousness-Based Education to faculty, staff, and students at rural schools. Student outcomes have included higher grades, increased focus and comprehension, greater cooperation, better behaviour, and fewer infractions.

Over 500 students at several schools have participated in the program, and three local teachers have been trained as experts in Consciousness-Based Education. The program has been expanded to adult education, and a secondary school is currently planned. Faculty and community leaders have expressed profound appreciation for the success of the initiative.

Students at a rural school in Nandi Hills, Kenya

Students practising the Transcendental Meditation technique during the school day — Over 500 students in area schools have learned the Transcendental Meditation technique and practise it as part of the school day.

Regional conference on Consciousness-Based Education.

Girls from Nandi Hills attending the Maharishi School in Mbale, Uganda — Over 50 girls from Nandi Hills are attending the Maharishi School in Mbale, Uganda, on full scholarship for tuition, room, and board.

Adults participating in the community development programme — Over 100 adults participate in the development programme.

Community Centre Project

A large community centre is being constructed at the Liberty School in Nandi Hills. This will provide space for adult education, cultural festivals, and celebrations, and will become a focal point for community activities and development in the region.

A new bridge has also been built to connect the two sides of the valley together.

Construction of the community centre at Liberty School — The community centre under construction at Liberty School.

New bridge connecting the two sides of the valley — The new bridge linking the two sides of the valley.

Second view of the new valley bridge — Another view of the completed crossing.