Environmental & Urban Planner · Founder of Youth and Urbanism
Cities work better when young people help plan them.
I'm an environmental and urban planner from Mathare, Nairobi, and the founder of Youth and Urbanism — a youth-led organisation that helps young people in informal settlements take a real part in planning their own neighbourhoods. My work sits where cities, climate, and young people meet.
- KES 16.7M+ In grants mobilised for youth-led work
- 10+ yrs Across youth, climate & urban development
- Global winner UNICEF Generation Unlimited, 2020
Trusted by partners & funders
- Plan International
- Hivos International
- UNICEF
- UNESCO
- Embassy of Portugal
- Global Landscapes Forum
Selected work
Featured projects
Voices for Just Climate Action
Putting local communities at the centre of climate decisions.
2022–2025 · Hivos International · KES 7.6M
Safe and Inclusive Cities
Safer streets and a real say in local decisions.
2019–2021 · Plan International · KES 4.1M
Generation Unlimited Youth Challenge
Rallying young people in informal settlements around climate action.
2019–2021 · UNICEF · KES 3.1M
What I do
Services
Programme design & delivery
Designing and running youth-led programmes on climate, urban safety, and community development — from the first idea through funded delivery and reporting.
Research & evidence
Community-led research that turns what people actually live through into evidence decision-makers can act on.
Speaking & advocacy
Talks and advocacy on youth power, climate justice, and the future of African cities.
Partnerships & advisory
Working with funders, city governments, and organisations to put young people at the centre of urban and climate work.
Writing
Latest posts
Welcome
A short note on why this site exists and what to expect here.
In their words
What partners say
“Y&U has consistently exhibited an outstanding commitment to civic engagement, environmental preservation, and community empowerment. Their steadfast dedication and proven skill in initiating and overseeing complex projects make them an ideal partner.”
“Their expertise in urban programming, community trust, stakeholder mobilisation, partnerships, and new tactics such as digital advocacy makes them an invaluable partner in achieving gender equity and resilience in the face of rising climate problems.”
Get in touch
Let's work together.
A programme, a partnership, or an invitation to speak — send a note and I'll get back to you.