About Dreams Redefined

Empowering Women. Transforming Communities. Building Futures.

From DREAMS Beneficiaries to Change Makers

Our Beginning

Dreams Redefined CBO, formerly Dreams Girl Youth Group (DGYG), was founded in January 2017 by young women who were beneficiaries of the DREAMS project - AfiaPlus, AfiaZiwani, and the current USAID4TheChild DREAMS Project in Nyalenda, Kisumu County.

The Inspiration

The founders, empowered through DREAMS projects with skills in entrepreneurship, financial capabilities, and comprehensive sexuality education, saw the need to create a sustainable platform that would continue to support and empower young women beyond the project lifecycle.

Our Purpose

We extend the efforts of the mother-project in rural and poor urban settlements of Kisumu County, working to reduce cases of new HIV infections, teenage pregnancies, and gender-based violence (Triple Threat) among girls and women.

Our Registration Journey

January 2017
Dreams Girl Youth Group Founded
Established as a young women savings and loaning initiative by DREAMS project beneficiaries
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6th October 2017
First Official Registration
Registered at Kisumu East Department of Social Services
September 2023
Upgrade Decision
Dreams Girl upgraded its registration to Community Based Organization status
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25th March 2024
CBO Registration
Officially registered as Dreams Redefined CBO at Kisumu Central Sub-County, Social Development Office under Kenya's Community Group Registration Act No. 30 of 2022

Vision & Mission

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Vision

A Community Where Girls and Young Women Are Holistically Empowered

We envision thriving communities where every girl and young woman has the tools, resources, and opportunities to reach their full potential and lead transformative change.

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Mission

Promoting Sustainable Initiatives for Comprehensive Empowerment

To promote sustainable initiatives that enhance economic empowerment, health and well-being, good governance, and climate action with special attention to women and girls.

The Principles That Guide Us

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Inclusion

We embrace diversity and ensure that everyone's voice is heard and valued.

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Leadership

We foster leadership skills and empower individuals to take initiative and drive positive change.

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Equity

We strive for fairness and justice in all our actions and initiatives.

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Empowerment

We provide tools, resources, and opportunities for individuals to realize their full potential.

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Social Responsibility

We are committed to making a positive impact on our community and the environment.

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Collaboration

We believe in the power of working together to achieve common goals and create lasting change.

Our Key Objectives

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Economic Empowerment

Building financial capability through entrepreneurship training, village savings programs, and sustainable income-generation opportunities for adolescent girls and young women.

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Health & Well-Being

Promoting sexual reproductive health rights, menstrual health management, and comprehensive sexuality education to ensure healthy, informed communities.

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Good Governance

Strengthening civic education, transparency, accountability, and community governance engagement through capacity-building programs and social accountability initiatives.

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Climate Action

Advancing environmental conservation through waste management training, tree planting initiatives, and community clean-ups for sustainable development.

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Violence Prevention

Ending violence against women and girls through SASA awareness programs and community dialogue on preventing gender-based violence.

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Youth Development

Reducing new HIV infections, teenage pregnancies, and supporting holistic youth development through comprehensive, evidence-based interventions.