St. Joseph CBO - Console and Empower

Who We Are

St. Joseph CBO is a grassroots organization founded in 2001 in Mweiga, Nyeri County. Established during the HIV/AIDS crisis, it has grown into a trusted platform delivering health, social, and economic empowerment programs.

350+

Youth Supported

8

Sub-counties Reached

2

Counties Covered

1000+

Households Impacted

What We Do

Strengthen household incomes
Deliver essential healthcare services
Support vulnerable youth education
Promote healthy living
Encourage active citizenship

Featured Programs

Our Thematic Areas

Our work is guided by key thematic areas that address the most pressing needs of the communities we serve. Through these focus areas, we deliver integrated, sustainable, and community-driven solutions.

Good Health

Promoting Healthy Living

St. Joseph CBO promotes community health through accessible healthcare services, preventive education, and holistic support systems that improve overall well-being.

Access to Brothers of St. Joseph Dispensary
Health trainings on disease prevention, hygiene, and community health
Home-based care for the sick and vulnerable
Psychosocial support to improve mental and emotional well-being
Spiritual support as part of holistic healing

Household Economic Strengthening (HES)

Building Financial Stability

The organization strengthens household resilience by promoting sustainable livelihoods, financial inclusion, and economic empowerment for vulnerable families.

Income-generating activities (IGAs) to boost self-reliance
Microfinance initiatives to improve access to capital
Support for household income growth and financial stability

Grassroots Leadership

Encouraging Active Citizenship

We empower communities to take ownership of their development by building leadership capacity, promoting accountability, and encouraging active civic participation.

Training in leadership and good governance
Empowering youth and women to take on leadership roles
Encouraging civic responsibility and participation in decision-making

Action for Orphans

Education & Skills Development (TVET)

We support orphaned and vulnerable youth through education, technical skills training, and empowerment initiatives that enable them to build sustainable livelihoods.

Life skills and entrepreneurship training (TVET)
Technical and vocational education opportunities
Provision of start-up kits for self-employment

Environment & Conservation

Protecting Our Future

We promote environmental sustainability through awareness, education, and community-led conservation initiatives that safeguard natural resources for future generations.

Environmental education through seminars and workshops
School-based environmental programs
Campaigns on climate change, pollution, and conservation

Our Story

St. Joseph Community Based Organization (CBO) was established in 2001 in Mweiga, Nyeri County, through a collaboration between the Brothers of St. Joseph and the local community. The organization was established during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis, when many families were grappling with health ...

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