We are SIMilili, a student-led initiative supported by SIMagination Challenge, striving to empower children by making sustainable education a reality in Kimilili through CBSM. Our team is formed by 8 motivated SIM master students (M.A. Strategy and International Management) from University of St. Gallen, eager to leverage our different capabilities...
The most colourful moments are linked to the time spent at the special needs school. Upon our arrival, Agnes showed us around the campus to a space dedicated for children that see life differently: Purity has been diagnosed with Down syndrome. Disregard the fact; she is a proud owner of...
It is difficult to put into words such an experience. Nevertheless, I will never forget the glances of the kids, their smiles, their energy, their dances and their hands held out to share their food … I will never forget how much they respect and help each other. I saw...
In addition to our monthly sponsorship for CBSM School in Kimilili we wanted to visit on site to get to know the school, people and especially the kids. In January 2018 we travelled to Kimilili for a two weeks voluntary stay. Our journey to Kimilili was well organised. We were...
After a short stop in Nairobi I arrived safely after a 7h bus ride in Kimilili. On Monday, I was able to start with visiting the high school, childrens homes, ECD and the special needs school. It is unbelievable to see, what was built within last years – thanks to the...
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