KISII, Kenya Jun 24 – Thousands of learners across Kenya are benefiting from education and mentorship programs spearheaded by the United States-based Alpha Queen Collective, an initiative focused on empowering young people through learning opportunities and social support.
The organisation has been working with schools in different parts of the country to improve access to education resources, mentorship, and personal development programs, particularly targeting girls from vulnerable communities.
Speaking in Kisii, Alpha Queen Collective CEO Karissa Adkins said education remains a key driver of social transformation and economic empowerment for young people.
She noted that many bright students continue to face barriers caused by poverty and limited access to essential resources, adding that supporting learners can help unlock their full potential.
“We have met incredibly bright students whose only obstacle is lack of resources. Their determination inspires us to continue creating opportunities that keep them in school and help them achieve their dreams,” Adkins said.
The organisation has been supporting schools through the donation of sanitary products, educational sponsorships, and computer equipment aimed at improving access to technology and digital learning.
Adkins said the initiative, operating under the Warrior Queens Rise program, also champions issues affecting women and girls, including menstrual health, mental wellness, education access, and the fight against gender-based violence.
Members of the collective, including Leanne Harrell-McCoy, Von Thomas, Kerry Thomas, Odessa Perkins, and Larissa Reid, have been conducting mentorship sessions in schools focused on leadership, self-confidence, and personal growth.
The mentors have encouraged learners to remain focused on their education, build leadership skills, and believe in their ability to succeed regardless of their backgrounds.
The initiative has also distributed reusable menstrual products to help reduce school absenteeism among girls affected by menstrual health challenges.
Education stakeholders in Kisii welcomed the program, saying it is helping improve school retention and learner motivation.
Dominic Obadiah praised the support, noting that access to sanitary products has played a major role in keeping girls in school and improving their participation in learning.
He added that continued investment in mentorship, leadership development, and education support would help nurture a generation of confident and empowered young people capable of transforming their communities.
The Alpha Queen Collective says it plans to expand its outreach initiatives across more schools in Kenya as part of its broader mission to promote education, dignity, and opportunity for young learners.