Empowering Inclusive workplaces, One Skill at a Time.

Through digital skilling, AI innovation, and strategic disability inclusion support, we help build communities and organizations where everyone belongs.

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We are Next Step Foundation

At NSF, we have long championed inclusive development, supporting Persons with Disabilities, women, and youth with tools to succeed in the digital economy and future of work.

Alongside Digital Upskilling and AI Innovation, we also offer support to organizations looking to build more inclusive workplaces through accessible hiring, employee support, and strategic advisory.

Our work reflects both global frameworks like the UN SDGs and emerging local realities.

Our Vision, Mission & Core Values Our Team Our Impact

Building Inclusive Workplaces Together

We work closely with organizations to design more inclusive, accessible, and supportive work environments.

We work alongside organizations to build inclusive hiring processes, strengthen policies, and improve accessibility drawing on years of direct experience in workplace inclusion

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Did you Know…

Africa is grappling with a dual crisis:
an escalating youth unemployment rate and the widespread marginalization of Persons with Disabilities.

236M

Young people will lack an economic stake in society, exacerbating poverty and social instability by 2025.

11M

Number of young Africans enter a labour market that offers only
3.1 million jobs, leaving millions without economic opportunities.

67%

Percentage of Persons with Disabilities live in poverty, facing severe barriers to education, skills training, and employment.

Our Programs

Digital Skilling

Empowering PWD and youth from underserved communities; equipping with cutting-edge digital skills for thriving in the 4th Industrial Revolution.

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AI for Social Good

Leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence and digital technology to create impactful solutions for the world’s most pressing social challenges.

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Disability Inclusion for Modern Workplaces

Helping organizations adopt inclusive hiring, policies, and environments that support Persons with Disabilities and meet today’s expectations of equity and access.

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Upili Mental Health

We address mental health challenges, boost self-confidence, enhance academic performance and foster participants with self-advocacy skills.

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What others say about us

“Hearing-impaired students face stigma and trauma, making counseling—from a Kenya Sign Language-fluent professional: Upili program is essential for their emotional well-being. ”

Student

Kambui School for the Deaf

“The Next Step Foundation helped us structure our workplace inclusion strategy in a way that not only supported our team members, but aligned with national and global best practices.”

George Wairobi

Deputy Principal

“Before Upili I wasn’t confident about myself. I have learned to recognize my self-worth, and increase my confidence. Thanks to Upili I have the tools to feel better every day. ”