The over-reaching goal of EYC is to make a significant contribution towards Inclusive and Equitable Quality Education and Training for All.
Elimu Yetu Coalition (EYC) is Kenya’s National Education Coalition, established in 1999 as the National platform for Civil Society Organizations (CSO), Professional groupings, Education and Research institutions and other non-state actors in Kenya’s education sector – to lobby for the implementation of Education for all (EFA) goals as articulated in the Jomtien Declaration in 1990 and the Dakar Framework of Action 2000.
EYC focuses on mobilising and harnessing the collective efforts of all education stakeholders and local communities in Kenya and providing leadership in the on-going efforts to make EFA a reality in Kenya.
How a simple story helped refugee teachers turn lived experiences into policy action “What would you do if a stranger stood at your gate and asked for your daughter’s hand in marriage”? This unexpected question sparked more than a lively discussion among refugee teachers in Dadaab Camp, Kenya. It became a powerful learning moment that…
Elimu Yetu Coalition (EYC) on 12th March, 2026 participated in an online peer-to-peer learning session organized by the Global Campaign for Education to share Kenya’s experience during the 2021 Global Partnership for Education replenishment process. EYC highlighted the important role civil society played in supporting Kenya’s co-hosting efforts through government engagement, media awareness, joint planning, and…
On 5th and 6th February 2026, an inaugural Elimu Yetu Coalition Board Meeting was held; marking the first convening of the new EYC Board of Trustees. The meeting also facilitated a formal handover of office from the outgoing Board, ensuring a smooth leadership transition and continuity in governance. The session was successfully conducted, with the…
From 20th to 24th April 2026, civil society organisations from Eastern and Southern Africa, as well as West and Central Africa, convened in Nairobi County for the Global Action Week for Education (GAWE) under the Education Financing Learning Collaborative. The convening, supported by partners and convened by Elimu Yetu Coalition, provided a regional platform for…
Education Out Loud (EOL) has emerged as a transformative programme reshaping how civil society influences education policy and practice in Kenya. Implemented by Elimu Yetu Coalition, the programme has shifted education advocacy from fragmented and reactive approaches to a coordinated, evidence-driven, and inclusive model that strengthens equity, accountability, and innovation across the sector. Historically, education…
Elimu Yetu Coalition (EYC), convened county-based education dialogue forums in Kilifi, Garissa, Turkana, and Kajiado Counties aimed at strengthening inclusive education governance and addressing key challenges affecting access to quality education. The forums brought together representatives from County Education Boards (CEBs), civil society organizations, teachers, government officials, education stakeholders, and community representatives to discuss emerging…
When Elimu Yetu Coalition (EYC) joined hands with Save the Children and the African Population and Health Research Centre (APHRC) in July 2024 to launch the Teach Well Voices Project, the goal was clear: strengthen the quality of instruction and improve the wellbeing of teachers in refugee camps and host communities, so that every child,…
The Coalition successfully held Education Out Loud (EOL) Project Review Forum, a vital space for reflection and learning on the 18th July, 2025. The forum brought together 25 members of Elimu Yetu Coalition County Education Networks from different counties to review the progress made under the EOL project, share impact stories, and assess how advocacy efforts have influenced policy…
The three days Regional Education Forum brought together education stakeholders, government representatives, civil society organizations, refugee teachers from Kakuma, County Education Networks from across the Rift Valley and Northeastern regions. The forum provided a critical platform to deliberate on pressing education priorities and foster collaboration toward achieving inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all learners…
The two meetings themed “Competency Based Education: Managing Effective Transition for a Transformative, Equitable, Inclusive and Quality Education in Kenya” and “Decreasing Gender-Based Barriers to Adolescent Girls’ Education and Skills” were held across the Coast region on 17th and 18th June, 2025 and Central region on the 24th and 25th June, 2025. These education forums convened education…
On June 20, 2025, Elimu Yetu Coalition proudly joined the global community in commemorating World Refugee Day, a moment to honor the courage, strength, and resilience of millions of refugees around the world. Under the 2025 theme, “Voices of Resilience: Celebrating Refugee Strength and Solidarity,” the Coalition stood in solidarity with displaced communities—highlighting the importance of…
In 2025, the Global Action Week for Education (GAWE) was marked under the compelling theme: “Education Saves Lives: Education in Emergencies.” This global campaign underscored the urgent need to protect and prioritize access to quality education during times of crisis—including armed conflict, forced displacement, natural disasters, and public health emergencies. As part of this worldwide…
