Creating Change Through Youth-Led Action
At Atlas Youth Organization, we believe meaningful change begins when young people and communities have the opportunity to participate, lead and take action. Through our programes and community activities, we work alongside young people, women, schools and local communities to address issues affecting their lives and build more resilient and inclusive communities.
2020
Year Established
Lamu County
Our Community Focus
Youth & Communities
People We Work With
Community-Led
Our Approach
5+ Years
of Community Action
6+
Key Programme Areas
What We Have Done
👥 Youth Leadership & Governance
We create spaces for young people to understand their rights, participate in decision-making and contribute to community development.
Activities
Youth forums
Civic education
Youth dialogues
Governance
discussions
Community accountability activities
Impact
Young people have greater opportunities to express their views and participate in issues affecting their communities.
🌱 Climate & Environmental Action
We engage young people and communities in environmental conservation, climate awareness and practical climate action.
Activities
Tree and coconut seedling planting Community gardens
Climate awareness activities
Youth climate dialogues
Environmental conservation
Impact
Young people are gaining practical knowledge and opportunities to participate in protecting their environment.
❤️ Mental Health & Wellbeing
We use community engagement, sport and creative activities to promote positive wellbeing among young people.
Activities
Sport and creative therapy
Youth conversations
Peer engagement
Creative expression