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Creating Opportunities Through Decoration Skills On 12 October 2026, Rare Vrienden officially launched a new decoration skills training programme in Kilifi, opening up opportunities for both young men and women to develop practical, marketable skills. Participants will learn how to create flowers and coordinated floral arrangements, design podiums, organise seating arrangements and decorate event spaces. The training also covers client relations, helping participants understa

A few weeks ago, a new chapter began for a group of young women (and men) taking part in the carpentry training through Galfundi. Now, we are beginning to see the first fruits of their hard work. The training started with the basics. Before heading into practical work, the young men and women have been learning about carpentry tools and equipment, how they are used, and the importance of working safely and accurately. They are also learning about measurements and the careful

Mixology & Hospitality Training At Rare Vrienden Foundation, empowerment does not end when a beneficiary completes a course. Earlier this week, we had the opportunity to host a Mixology & Hospitality Training event at the Rare Vrienden compound in Kilifi. The training itself was independently organized and facilitated by the hosting company and is not affiliated with Rare Vrienden Foundation. However, we saw it as a valuable opportunity for our beneficiaries — especially the