It’s easy to see education and health as two separate issues. But for children in Kenya’s underserved communities, the link between the two is inseparable. At Savanes CBO, we’ve learned through experience that a child’s ability to attend and succeed in school often depends on their physical and mental health.
When a child is sick, hungry, or emotionally distressed, education takes a back seat. That’s why we approach education support with a strong focus on health and wellbeing.
The Overlooked Struggles Children Face
Many of the children we serve in arid regions and urban slums face daily health-related challenges that go unnoticed:
- Recurring illnesses due to poor sanitation or lack of clean water
- Malnutrition from food insecurity at home
- Untreated infections that lead to absenteeism
- Mental stress from unstable home environments or trauma
One missed school day turns into several. Soon, the child falls behind—and sometimes, drops out completely.
Our Health-Focused Approach
To keep children healthy and learning, Savanes CBO integrates basic healthcare services and awareness into our support programs:
- Nutrition assistance through food packages for vulnerable families
- Hygiene kits including soap, sanitary pads, and clean water education
- Medical checkups and referrals through partnerships with local clinics
- Mental health support through trusted community mentors and social workers
We also engage parents and guardians, encouraging them to prioritize health as part of their child’s education journey.
A Story of Change
A young boy we supported, Peter, was frequently missing school due to a recurring skin infection. His family couldn’t afford treatment, and school attendance became irregular. Our team stepped in—covered his clinic visits, offered hygiene supplies, and worked with his mother on follow-up care.
Now, Peter is back in class—healthy, happy, and catching up fast.
It’s proof that small health interventions can create major breakthroughs in education.
Building Healthy Learning Environments
Beyond individual support, we advocate for healthier school environments overall. That includes:
- Promoting access to clean water and toilets
- Training students on hygiene practices
- Encouraging schools to be safe, inclusive spaces for both boys and girls
We believe a healthy child is a learning child, and a healthy school is the foundation for academic success.
Join Our Mission
You don’t need to be a doctor to improve a child’s health. Here’s how you can help:
- Donate toward health kits or medical visits
- Support food programs for malnourished students
- Partner with us as a clinic, pharmacist, or health expert
- Sponsor a health & hygiene campaign in your name or organization’s
At Savanes CBO, we’re not just helping children go to school—we’re making sure they’re well enough to stay there.
Join us in building a future where every child is healthy, strong, and ready to learn.