The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Foundation has unveiled the INUKA Plus program, an ambitious expansion of its flagship INUKA educational sponsorship initiative. Aimed at empowering students with disabilities, the program seeks to bridge gaps in higher education access while promoting inclusion and equity.
The INUKA Plus program extends support to top-performing graduates of the secondary school INUKA initiative, offering scholarships for university, college, and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). These scholarships will cover tuition fees, accommodation, meals, and assistive devices throughout the course duration. Additionally, beneficiaries will receive annual mentorship on life skills, career planning, and personal development.
To further enhance their career prospects, INUKA Plus scholars will be offered internship opportunities at KPC, gaining professional exposure and work experience. Upon completing their studies, they will have the chance to participate in competitive recruitment processes for positions within KPC and the KPC Foundation.
Transforming Lives Through Education
Speaking at the launch event, Joe Sang, KPC’s Managing Director and Chairman of the KPC Foundation Board of Trustees, outlined the program’s transformative vision:
“We recognized the hurdles scholars face in transitioning through the education system, and our program was designed to break down the barriers of low household income, social stigma, and lack of assistive devices. INUKA Plus was established to extend support to INUKA beneficiaries beyond secondary school, covering their university and TVET education.”
Sang revealed that the KPC Foundation will allocate KES 41 million annually to the INUKA Plus program, totaling KES 160 million for the four-year duration of the scholarships. He emphasized that the program fulfills the INUKA initiative’s transformative goals by equipping scholars with the qualifications and confidence needed to pursue meaningful careers and leadership roles.
Celebrating the First INUKA Plus Cohort
During the event, 25 top-performing students from the INUKA secondary school program were awarded scholarships under INUKA Plus, marking the beginning of their higher education journeys. This milestone reflects the program’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering inclusion.
Since its inception in 2017, the INUKA program has supported 745 students with disabilities across Kenya’s 47 counties, investing KES 120 million to date. By focusing on underprivileged yet talented students, the initiative aims to dismantle stereotypes surrounding disabilities and empower beneficiaries to become role models within their communities.
Building an Inclusive Society
The INUKA Plus program underscores KPC Foundation’s commitment to fostering an inclusive society where individuals with disabilities can thrive. By providing educational opportunities and professional exposure, the program seeks to enable long-term transformation, ensuring that scholars overcome challenges and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
As KPC Foundation continues to champion inclusive education, the INUKA Plus initiative sets a powerful example of how corporate social responsibility can drive positive change, preparing the next generation of leaders and innovators.
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