What we do

Holistic change, one girl at a time.

Five connected pillars help girls flourish physically, academically, socially and emotionally — plus a flagship Centre of Excellence.

Desert Roses players competing for the ball during a football session
01

Football for Empowerment

Football is more than a game — it is a tool for confidence, teamwork and resilience. We run training camps, mentorship sessions and tournaments across 5 sub-counties.

02

Education Support

Scholarships, mentorship and school materials for vulnerable girls. 26 girls are in secondary education and 20 sports scholarships are secured for next year.

03

Women & Youth Empowerment

Entrepreneurship training and life skills for young women — helping them create income, build independence and become role models in their communities.

04

Health & Sanitation

Hygiene kit distribution, menstrual health awareness and an innovative biodegradable sanitary pad initiative made from local plant materials.

05

Climate & Environment

Tree planting, waste recycling and climate awareness campaigns — building environmental resilience in one of Kenya's harshest landscapes.

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Centre of Excellence

Our flagship ongoing project — a permanent safe space for mentorship, training, art and sports. The borehole is drilled; the vision is becoming reality.

Innovation spotlight

Local problems, local solutions.

Desert Roses is developing biodegradable sanitary pads made from local plant materials — offering an affordable, eco-friendly solution for girls in Turkana.

This initiative ensures no girl misses school due to a lack of sanitary products, while promoting environmental sustainability and local entrepreneurship.

“We don't wait for solutions to come from outside. We look at what Turkana has, and we build from there.”

Eco innovation

Biodegradable pads from local plant fibre

In progress

Piloting with girls across 5 sub-counties

Fuel the work

Help fund these programmes.