The ECD Hub has a strong focus in enhancing child development outcomes for every child, but especially children from marginalized regions.
Over the last few years, we have forged a partnership with the Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC) to facilitate a mutually beneficial academic, programmatic and research cooperation. FCDC comprises 10 counties across Northern Kenya categorised as Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) regions, that are among the most marginalized (Mandera, Turkana, Marsabit, Isiolo, Lamu, Tana River, West Pokot, Wajir, Garissa, Samburu ). ASALs have some of the highest levels of poverty and record the lowest child development indicators in the country.
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The role of partnerships in promoting early childhood development2022 marks the 40th anniversary of the Aga Khan Foundation – supported Madrassah Early Childhood Programme (MECP). On the other hand, the Aga Khan Development Network’s (AKDN) engagement in the Early Childhood Development (ECD) arena in East Africa spans back at least a century, with well-baby clinics and educational facilities for the community that then spread across the region. |
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IHD study reveals risk factors for child developmentA recent study by the Aga Khan University Institute for Human Development (IHD), has revealed low promotion of play among surveyed households in the informal settlements of Dagoretti sub-County in Nairobi, Kenya. These statistics are worrying considering the vital role of play in promoting healthy child development. |
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Aga Khan University urges Policy Makers to invest in Early Childhood DevelopmentThe Aga Khan University’s Institute for Human Development, (AKU-IHD), held a policy makers workshop for health and education county directors of various counties constituting the Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC) consortium’ in Kenya. |