About Us
Kianda Foundation was founded by four determined women:- Olga Marlin (USA), Mary Mahoney (USA), Margaret Curran (Ireland), Teresa Temes (Spain)
They arrived in Kenya in 1960 at a time when racial segregation was the norm, with a clear mission to ensure that women in Kenya have equal access to opportunities for education
Foundation's Vision
A dignified life for every woman in Kenya through quality education.
Foundation's Mission
To provide quality and personalized education to women and girls, developing all aspects of each individual to the full
Our Board of Trustees
The Foundation was set up by a group of professional women in Kenya who decided to place their education, management expertise, time and knowledge at the service of women in this country.
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Dr. Olga Emily Marlin - M.A. H. Dip. Education (Founding Trustee)
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Prof. Christine Gichure - PhD (Philosophy)
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Dorothy Khamisi, B.A. (History and Linguistics), Masters in Educational Management
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Wilfreda Chepkoech, H. Dip. Pharmacy
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Seraphina Mwangi, H. Dip. Business Studies
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Bernadette Musundi, M.A, Administration and Management
The Kianda Foundation Team
Mercedes Otaduy
Managing Director
Jayne Njoroge
Administrator and Financial Controller
Lynda Kasina
Chief Sustainability Officer
Susan Kinyua
Public Relations Manager and Outreach Program Director
Mercy Kyalo
Programs Officer
Fenny Ochieng
Training and Projects Coordinator
Penninah Maina
Accounts and Administration Services
Melissa Onguti
Communications and IT Officer
OUR PARTNERS
Kianda Foundation relies on funding from donors both in Kenya and overseas. Expenses of the running of the Trust are kept at a minimum, employing only the essential staff and relying heavily on the volunteer work of dedicated professionals.