Impact Beyond Indicators: Our Theory of Change
We believe that true transformation happens when we treat communities as interconnected ecosystems, not isolated problems.
Our Core Belief
Challenges like poverty, poor health, and educational dropout are deeply interconnected. Our multi-pillar, community-led approach is essential to break these cycles. IF we deploy resources and partnerships effectively, THEN individuals gain power and resilience, LEADING TO empowered, self-determining communities.
The Logic of Change
How our specific interventions lead to systemic community resilience.
Health & Nutrition
Foundation of all development.
Youth & Education
Mentorship + life skills = higher transition to career pathways.
Gender & Rights
Knowledge challenges harmful norms and reduces GBV.
Community Resilience & Socioeconomic Strengthening
Integrated resilience targeting youth, women & households.
Climate Action
Youth action guarantees lasting stewardship.
Our Driving Assumptions
The foundational principles that guide our program implementation and trust-building.
Communities want to lead their own development.
Integrated solutions are stronger than single-issue projects.
Safe spaces are essential for vulnerable groups to heal and grow.
Funding sustainability requires transparent, honest reporting.
Youth are the primary drivers of immediate climate action.
Trust is built through consistent, visible community presence.
Tracking Success
Outputs
Quantifiable immediate results from our activities (e.g., 5,000 learners reached, 2,000 lives impacted).
Outcomes
Medium-term changes in behavior, knowledge, or status (e.g., increased school transition rates).
Impacts
Long-term systemic shifts in community wellbeing and resilience (e.g., reduced poverty).
The Evidence We Act On
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
- 51% of Kenyan adults live with 1+ NCD.
- Hypertension affects 20.5% of adults.
- Fast-growing burden in rural and peri-urban settings where we operate.
Promotive Health & Policy
- PHC Act 2023: Legally anchors Kuza's promotive work in national policy.
- PCNs: Makueni's Primary Care Networks provide referral pathways for CHW activities.
- CHVs: Recognized as the primary cadre for promotive/preventive services.
- Referral Pathways: The connective tissue between RMNCAH, NCD screening, and HIV/TB care.
