Founded in 2021

ABOUT
US

Young & Empowered is aimed at improving the lives of children and youth of Lunzu area in the outskirts of Blantyre city through mentorship, spiritual enhancement, and educational programs.

Empowering Dreams, Building Communities
Young & Empowered Malawi - Growing Dreams
500+
Children & Youth
Young & Empowered Malawi Education Programs
Our Journey

Our Story

Founded in 2021 by two young leaders, Lucy Nkwinika and Dorothy Kamoto, Young & Empowered emerged as a response to the unique challenges facing children and youth growing up in the cities of Malawi, specifically in Lunzu area in the outskirts of Blantyre city.

We envision a future where children and youth have access to the resources they need for the realization of their dreams, allowing them to be active participants in the development of their communities. Through our partnership with Urban Promise International, we provide holistic programs that nurture spiritual, social, academic, and physical growth.

500+
Children Served
05
Core Programs
04+
Years of Impact

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To provide high quality supplementary academic support, leadership trainings, mentorship, and economic opportunities to children and youth living in vulnerable communities.

Our Vision

A future where children and youth have access to the needed resources for the realization of their dreams, allowing them to be active participants in the development of their communities.

Our Programs

What We Do

Afterschool Program

After School Program

Serving 74 children annually with special tutoring classes, critical thinking exercises, and materials for standards 4-7.

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Girls Empowerment Program

Girls Empowerment

Serving 59 girls annually through mentorship, counseling, role modeling, and social entrepreneurship trainings.

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Lonjezo Scholars Program

Lonjezo Scholars

Scholarship program providing school fees, learning materials, and tutoring for talented students.

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Feeding Program

Feeding Program

Providing healthy lunches to 501 children annually to enhance concentration in class.

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Youth Program

Youth Program

Leadership development and community engagement for emerging young leaders.

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Meet Our Team

Dorothy Kamoto
Executive Director
Lucy Nkwinika
Programs Director
Chifundo Banda
ASP Coordinator
Emily Matiya
Fashion Designer