Uncategorized – Dignitas Project

24 Oct 23

Transforming Philanthropy for a Better World: Lessons from WINGS Forum 2023

By Claude J. Kandem – Grants and Partnership Manager Hello, dear readers! Recently, I had the privilege of attending the WINGS Forum 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya, and I want to share with you some of the key takeaways from this enlightening event. Transforming Philanthropy to Transform the World WINGS Forum…

16 Oct 23

Transforming Education: Insights From The EdTech Summit 2023

By Marita Adhiambo, Digital Program Officer COVID-19 brought unprecedented shifts in the Education sector, and it never ceases to amaze how the EdTech space grew due to the pandemic. Amid chaos and uncertainty, innovations were created, new solutions emerged, and collaborations were made to accelerate education. Dignitas embarked on the…

21 Jul 23

A Tale Of Triumph: Holy Stars School

By Sharon Nashipae – Communications and Community Coordinator Story submitted by Edith Isaji, School Leader – Holy Stars School At Dignitas, we believe that teachers are powerful agents of change with the potential to drive positive learning experiences for the children in their care and for the community at large.…

03 Jul 23

New Set of School Uniforms Ignites Excitement and Pride for St Esther Community Center!”

By Sharon Nashipae – Communications and Community Coordinator Tr. Maureen has been a teacher at St. Esther Community Center in Kayole for the last ten years. She prides herself in having a lot of knowledge about the school, its history and the community that surrounds it. Being a grade 3…

20 Feb 23

Harnessing remote coaching tools to promote increased educator competency and narrow the learning gap.

By Deborah Kimathi – Chief Executive Officer Learning poverty is a persistent and complex challenge facing education systems across the globe. Sadly, the reality is that poor quality schools, with little investment in teachers and school leaders, are inequitable institutions that do not support learning and thriving for every child.…

15 Aug 22

Embracing Competency Based Curriculum for Vibrant Learning Spaces

By Mercy Munialo (School Support Manager) and Maureen Shelmith (Digital Strategy Officer) The implementation of the Competency Based Curriculum points to the inner workings of adapting to and embracing this new turn in the quality of education. It is here that pupils encounter and grapple with the learning goals to…

01 Oct 21

LeadNow: Ensuring Impact

The World Bank and HundrED have just released a Spotlight Report highlighting the top 10 education innovations supporting in-service teacher professional development – our exciting new platform LeadNow made the list! In the process, we were asked to share our advice for policymakers intent on leveraging technology for teacher professional development. Here’s what we said……