Teenseed Community-Based Organization (CBO)
Our Story
Our Journey
From a handful of volunteers in Busia County to a Nairobi-based CBO reaching girls across the city.
2005–2006
Grassroots beginnings
Ad hoc volunteer activities started in Port Victoria, Budalang'i, Busia County, focusing on one-on-one sessions and support groups for vulnerable girls.
2007–2010
Holiday sexuality education expands
Holiday sexuality education programs expanded to additional regions including Kendu Bay.
2011
Reaching Nairobi
Activities grew to urban areas, reaching Kibra, Kayole and Korogocho in Nairobi County.
2012
#Pads4Progress launches
The #Pads4Progress campaign to end period poverty launched in Nairobi.
2013
Seeds Leadership Camp begins
The Holiday Seeds Leadership Camp (SLC) for teenage girls started in Budalang’i.
2014
Formal registration
Formally registered as a Community-Based Organization (CBO) in Kayole.
2016–2017
Kiambiu headquarters established
Programs expanded geographically and headquarters established in Kiambiu informal settlements, Nairobi.
2019–2022
Organizational maturation
Organizational maturation through institutional funding, capacity building, strategic planning, and systems strengthening.
Today
Kiambiu, and growing
The organization continues operating from its Kiambiu headquarters with expanded programming and community impact initiatives.