Young Innocent Souls of God (YISOG)
YISOG is a community-based non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing children from harmful cultural practices, such as Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and child marriages, and educating poor and vulnerable children in Empiron, Oloitoktok, Kenya.
Our Mission
To support disadvantaged children in realizing their potential through nurturing and educating them in a safe and caring environment.
Our Vision
To be a beacon of hope for disadvantaged children, supporting them to grow and thrive in confidence.
Our Core Values
Compassion & Care
Providing holistic support and nurturing environments for rescued children.
Empowerment
Equipping children and communities with tools and knowledge, especially education, to reject harmful practices.
Respect for Diversity
Honoring cultural identities while challenging harmful traditions.
Accountability
Ensuring transparency and integrity in all our operations.
What we do
We protect, nurture, and empower vulnerable children by rescuing them from harmful cultural practices such as FGM and child marriages.
Rescue and Protection
We rescue children from harmful cultural practices like FGM and child marriage, providing shelter, safety, and psychosocial support.
Education
We enroll rescued children in schools, ensure retention through consistent support, and facilitate school fees via sponsorship programs.
Nutrition
We run school feeding programs and provide relief food to combat hunger in drought-affected communities.
Health and Well-Being
We promote access to healthcare and offer counseling to support children's emotional and mental well-being.
Advocacy and Awareness
We educate communities on the dangers of FGM and child marriage, promote alternative rites of passage, and lead public awareness campaigns.
How we do it? Our Theory of Change
YISOG’s approach is rooted in the belief that sustainable change begins at the grassroots level. By rescuing at-risk children and addressing the cultural and socio-economic drivers of harmful practices, we aim to create a ripple effect of change within our community. Our three-pronged strategy includes:
- Rescue & Rehabilitation: Immediate interventions to ensure children’s safety and well-being.
- Education & Empowerment:Providing children with the tools and opportunities to thrive while equipping communities with knowledge to reject harmful practices.
- Advocacy & Cultural Transformation:Collaborating with local leaders to replace harmful traditions with empowering alternatives.
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