Learn about Roselyne and her important work at Kids Alive International!
I have been at KAI (Nairobi Hope Center) since October 2023, clocked one year one month now. I was inspired by the love and affection that I have for kids. Working and serving in an organization that is concerned with the spiritual and emotional well-being of kids and vulnerable families in the community has always been my dream and I always feel the fulfillment coming to the office every morning to serve these people.
One fun fact about me is that I like trying new dishes and visiting different restaurants.
One of the challenges I face in my role is lack of transparency from families when I do the initial assessment. With time when you continue to gather more information you find out the first information was null and void. Sometimes I get to understand it is the desperation of wanting to be helped but again it does more harm than good. I overcome this through practicing patience, being intentional when carrying out my assessment and encourage them to speak the truth. Another challenge is being part of the child’s restoration journey but at some point, not being able to solve or rather help him/her solve some of the life challenges at the moment.
Sometimes it drains, but again remember that our hope and all solution come from The All Mighty. Through the KAI able team, in such scenarios we sit down as a team and try to get different ideas on how to go about such incidents.
Early this year (2024) child X was referred to as from a nearby school that we have partnered with. The child was diagnosed with meningitis when she was three years of age and her family being financially unstable was not able to take care of her medication as early as possible this leading to her being partially blind. This really contributed to her low self-esteem and poor performance in school. She did not have a single friend and did not have a voice in her class. Having joined our program this year; attending our mentorship program, benefiting from the medical intervention has really brought light to her life.
Her school performance is impressive and her confidence is top notch. Her family is so grateful for Gods working through KAI for the emotional support, spiritual support and medical intervention.
Keep your heart open and serve with everything that you have. God blesses the hands and hearts of those who are a blessing to others.
Justice that heals, at KAK is our number one priority to the kids and families that we serve through giving them the voice and chance to express their feelings without being judged. We extend this through the services we offer i.e. family strengthening, mentorship and emotional support Bonds that mend- I get to understand that when these children can confide in me and feel safe sharing what is in their heart and mind without any fear. Having the faith that their problems will be heard and solved without being judged but corrected with love. Helping the caregivers to understand that the connection they have with their children at a younger age will greatly contribute to the bond they will have for the rest of their lives
