Organisation Brochure

Kenya Youth Parliament for Water

Youth-powered water security
& climate resilience.

KYPW mobilises young leaders across all 47 counties to drive environmental conservation, advance climate adaptation, and shape the policies that govern water security and sustainable sanitation in Kenya.

Counties reached

500+

Youth trained

SDG 6

Framework aligned

2019

Year founded

How we work

Our approach in 4 steps

Every KYPW programme follows a tested cycle from community listening to policy impact.

Listen and research

We begin every programme with community listening sessions and evidence gathering to understand the real water challenges at county and grassroots level.

Convene diverse voices

We bring together youth, community leaders, government officers, researchers, and development partners to co-design solutions and build consensus.

Build capacity

We equip participants with the technical knowledge, policy literacy, and advocacy skills needed to take action and sustain change in their communities.

Amplify and influence

We translate community voices and field evidence into policy briefs, media campaigns, and formal submissions that reach decision-makers at county and national level.

Impact

Measuring what matters

KYPW tracks impact across four key dimensions aligned with SDG 6 and Kenya's National Water Policy.

policy submissions

Policy Influence

Formal inputs to national water legislation, county water strategies, and international frameworks including submissions to the Kenya Water Act review.

500+

beneficiaries

Youth Trained

Young people trained in WASH engineering, water governance, policy analysis, and leadership through residential workshops and online masterclasses.

all counties

Counties Reached

KYPW maintains active representation across all 47 counties through a network of county coordinators and field officers embedded in local communities.

10+

international events

Global Platforms

KYPW has represented Kenyan youth at the World Water Forum, Africa Climate Summit, UN Water Conference, UNESCO dialogues, and World Water Week.

Thematic focus

Where we focus

KYPW's programmes cut across six thematic areas, all contributing to universal water and sanitation access.

Water Quality and Safety

Testing, monitoring, and advocacy for safe drinking water standards across Kenya's rural and peri-urban communities.

WASH in Schools

Supporting access to water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities in public schools as a foundation for health and learning.

Climate and Water Nexus

Documenting and addressing the impact of climate variability on water availability, flood risk, and drought resilience.

Menstrual Hygiene and Dignity

Advancing access to menstrual hygiene products and education for women and girls in marginalised settings including correctional facilities.

Youth in Water Governance

Advocating for meaningful youth inclusion in Water Resource Users Associations, county water boards, and national policy processes.

Water Data and Evidence

Building Kenya's youth capacity to collect, analyse, and use water data for community decision-making and policy advocacy.

Get involved

Three ways to engage

Whether you are a young person, an organisation, or a funder - there is a place for you in KYPW's network.

Kenyan youth aged 18-35

Youth Members

Join as a general member, county coordinator, field officer, or thematic lead. KYPW membership is free and open to all Kenyan youth passionate about water security.

Access to training and capacity building
Representation at national and international events
Networking with water sector professionals
Leadership and advocacy opportunities

Organisations and government bodies

Institutional Partners

Government ministries, county governments, research institutions, NGOs, and development agencies can partner with KYPW on programmes, research, and policy advocacy campaigns.

Co-designed community programmes
Policy research and brief development
Event co-hosting and convening
Access to KYPW's 47-county network

Foundations and philanthropies

Donors and Funders

Support KYPW's work through grants, project funding, or in-kind contributions. All funding is directed to programme delivery, youth capacity building, and community impact.

Transparent programme reporting
Field evidence and impact data
Co-branding and visibility opportunities
Alignment with SDG 6 and ESG goals

Current priority

Kenya's Water Compact under the Water Forward Initiative

Kenya is among the first countries to sign a national Water Compact committing to universal water and sanitation access by 2030. KYPW is actively engaged in translating this policy into youth-led action at county level.