Girls Dormitory

The Mentoring Program at Roko 20 Academy was created in response to the needs of several adolescents in the school who face complex personal situations, including unstable family environments and limited emotional support.

Almost all of our girls residing in the dormitory struggle to build a strong sense of identity, self-esteem and direction for their future, which can affect both their academic performance and personal development.

Adolescence is a crucial stage of life, full of changes and decisions that will shape their path, so this program aims to offer them close and consistent guidance to help them navigate it in the best possible way.

The main objective of the program is to support each student in self-discovery and the identification of their strengths, valuing themselves, and envisioning a clear and positive path for the future. Activities are designed to encourage reflection on who they are and where they want to go, as well as to provide them with tools that will help them make decisions.

The program has just begun, and the first session focused on building trust and opening dialogue. This initial connection lays the foundation for deeper work in the sessions to come.

We are hopeful that this program will bring about significant change in the girls. 

Thank you for your continued support of Roko 20 Academy.

This report is from Jane, a student whose life has been transformed through the support of Roko 20 Academy. She now lives safely in our girls’ dormitory, a place that wouldn’t exist without your generosity. Jane’s story is a powerful reminder of how vital your support is in giving vulnerable girls the chance to learn, grow, and thrive.

"My name is Jane Nyawira. My family is headed by my mother. I have three brothers and two sisters. She is unemployed and takes on any available work. Most of the time, we went to bed hungry because my mother struggled to feed us and pay school fees. Consequently, we couldn't attend school every day.

I joined Roko 20 in grade one. Since enrolling in this school, I have improved in co-curricular activities. I participated in netball, a team sport played by seven players, and I also gained self-confidence. Thanks to Roko 20's support, my mother has been able to provide enough food for us and pay our rent after Roko 20 supported her with a business start-up. They also sometimes provide basic necessities to some families.

I appreciate Roko 20 because they don't only focus on education. They encourage learners in various ways, such as athletics, ball games, and chess, which improves critical thinking, confidence, and focus. It also allows me to explore different places my parents cannot afford to take me. My ambition is to become a heart surgeon.

I joined the chess team last year, and it has helped me gain confidence, focus on achieving specific goals, improve concentration, and enhance critical thinking. We typically wake up at 5:00 am, get dressed in our school uniforms, and by 5:30 am, we leave the dormitory to carry out our duties, such as sweeping the dormitory area and serving breakfast. Finally, at 6:00 am, those who attend schools outside of Roko 20 leave for the day.

Our matron is called Sarah Gatero. I admire her because she is caring, empathetic, understanding, encouraging, and always willing to help. Living in the dormitory has benefited me in many ways. Firstly, it has helped improve my academic performance due to the conducive learning environment. On Wednesdays, we usually have debates, which help us improve our English skills. Additionally, volunteers talk to us about different careers, which helps us identify the best career paths for ourselves.

 THANK YOU, ROKO 20, FOR YOUR SUPPORT."