motherlandkenya

About Motherland Kenya

Motherland CBO is a youth-led CBO dedicated to rural transformation in Kenya. We work at the intersection of smallholder livelihoods and ecosystem restoration to build resilient economies and healthy landscapes. Our foundation is built on deep-rooted trust, long-term relationships, and a commitment to practical, field-level action.

Our Vision

A resilient and food-secure Kenya where empowered youth and thriving smallholder communities lead the transition toward a sustainable and inclusive future.

Our Mission

To transform rural livelihoods by equipping smallholder farmers and the next generation with regenerative agricultural skills, inclusive digital tools, and economic opportunities that ensure long-term food security.

Our Team

Catherin Sylvester

CEO and Co-Founder

Leads Motherland Kenya's vision, partnerships, and community impact initiatives.

Violet Atieno

Co-Founder and Data Analyst

Oversees sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation programs.

Fredrick Were

Agronomist

Ian Owuor

Agronomist

Edwin Otieno

Community Agent

Jesse Sindala

Community Agent

Our Programs

Food Security & Livelihoods

We work at the heart of the rural economy, supporting smallholder farmers to transition from subsistence to sustainability. By promoting regenerative techniques and reducing post-harvest losses, we ensure that farming is both ecologically sound and economically profitable.

The Next-Gen Farmer Program (Primary Schools)

We are cultivating the future. By integrating agricultural education into primary schools, we are raising a generation of "Agri-preneurs" who view farming as a dignified, high-tech, and vital career path rather than a last resort.

Gender & Social Inclusion (GESI)

Sustainable development is only possible when it is inclusive. We intentionally design our programs to break barriers for women and marginalized groups, ensuring equitable access to land, resources, and decision-making power.

Economic Empowerment

SWe move beyond the harvest. By connecting farmers and youth groups to markets, financial literacy training, and inclusive digital tools, we build the economic resilience required to withstand climate and market shocks.

Our Impact

Our work directly contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), driving long-term social, economic, and environmental impact.

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