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With a population estimated by the United Nations to be over half a million - and quite possibly double that - the Kibera slum is the largest informal settlement in Sub-Sahara Africa. The settlement covering some 250 hectares was originally a gift by the colonial government to the Nubian families who had fought for the British in World War I. After independence, the Nubian enclave rapidly expanded as thousands of people migrated from rural areas to Nairobi in search of jobs. Today Kibera is home to people from all over the country. The rapid influx of people long outstripped the capacity of the city council to plan, let alone provide services to this part of the city. Most of Kibera is without roads, sewerage facilities, running water, and electricity. Dwellings are made of mud and wattle with corrugated iron roofing. Majority of families live in single rooms measuring no larger than 10 by 10 feet. These conditions contribute to the rampant spread of disease and are exacerbated by a lack of government run health centers, entrenched poverty and widespread unemployment, which create an atmosphere conducive to the rapid spread of HIV.  A view of Kibera taken by one of our pupils |
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Empowered community with the capacity to manage HIV/AIDS and positive attitude and behavior. Working for an AIDS free society. |
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To enable poor people cope with the impact of AIDS scourge and to enlist the participation of the community in reversing the AIDS trend. We pursue the mission through creative innovation and appropriate partnership action and interventions. We give special attention to AIDS orphans, women, people living with AIDS (PLWHAs) and youths. |
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To enable poor people cope with the impact of AIDS scourge and to enlist the participation of the community in reversing the AIDS trend. We pursue the mission through creative innovation and appropriate partnership action and interventions. We give special attention to AIDS orphans, women, people living with AIDS (PLWHAs) and youths. |
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KICOSHEP has been recognized on several occasions for their efforts in the struggle against the AIDS pandemic. - May 2003. KICOSHEP was recognized by the Firelight Foundation and Youth Philanthropy Worldwide for their participation in the Youths Together Against HIV/AIDS Program.
- March 2003. KICOSHEP received a certificate of appreciation for their partnership in the health fair organized by the US Embassy.
- July 2002. KICOSHEP was awarded the Simon Akoli and Gugu Dlamini Frontline Award for their outstanding achievements in home based care for persons living with HIV/AIDS.
 Some of our hard working counsellors and volunteers - April 2002. KICOSHEP was recognized for their outstanding contribution towards youth leadership and awarded the Youth Leadership for Development Initiative.
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