Human Resources Role in Empowering Inclusion
Disability Pride Month, observed annually in July, celebrates the diversity and contributions of Persons with Disabilities in all areas of life. As our workplaces strive for greater inclusivity, Human Resources departments play an instrumental role in fostering an environment where Employees with Disabilities thrive and succeed. When we as HR professionals make an intentional effort […]
New Partnership Announcement: Chancen International
Next Step Foundation and Chancen International Announce Partnership to Empower Marginalized Communities Through Digital Skills Training Programs We are thrilled to announce our exciting new partnership with Chancen International! Together, we are committed to creating a brighter future for marginalized communities, namely Persons with Disabilities, Women and Youth, through innovative and inclusive digital skills training […]
Disability Pride Month 2024, Continuing the Fight for Inclusion
As we celebrate Disability Pride Month 2024 it’s important to recognize the pioneers who paved the way to where we are today. At the forefront stands Judy Heumann, a remarkable advocate whose tireless efforts sparked a movement in disability rights and advocacy. The roots of Disability Pride Month can be traced back to the early […]
Prioritizing Men’s Mental Health for Workplace Success
Men’s Mental Health Month serves as a vital reminder of the pivotal role mental well-being plays in the lives of men, particularly young men. While mental health is a universal concern, the challenges and barriers young men face are distinct from those experienced by their female counterparts. Society’s expectations coupled with traditional gender roles often make it […]
New Partnership Announcement: Gebeya
Next Step Foundation and Gebeya Partner to Empower Persons with Disabilities through Digital Skills Training and Global Job Opportunities Nairobi, March 26– Next Step Foundation (NSF), a leading organization dedicated to empowering Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), today announced a partnership with Gebeya, the Pan-African Talent Cloud technology company, aimed at improving the employment landscape for […]
Disability Integration into the Workplace
Disability Integration into the Workplace – How to Cope and Thrive With today’s workforce becoming increasingly diverse, inclusion is essential to creating a productive and fair work environment, not merely a passing trend. However, individuals with disabilities often encounter additional challenges when adjusting to work, particularly in their interactions with non-disabled colleagues. While diversity undoubtedly […]
Upili’s Vision for Students with Disabilities
Next Step Foundation’s Upili Program’s Vision for Students with Disabilities in Kenya “Emerging from a special secondary school in Thika, Kenya, my journey was one of resilience and self-acceptance as a Kenyan Woman with a Disability. While I emerged empowered, I recognized the disparity in opportunities. Not every student with a disability shares my fortune. […]
Cultivating a Workplace Culture
Cultivating Thriving and Inclusive Workplace Culture Creating an inclusive workplace culture is a continuous journey that requires commitment and resources. Our recent webinar, led by our Head of People, Allan Maonga explored the vital elements of fostering an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and supported. Let’s delve into the key insights from […]
NSF Launches its Training Platform
Next Step Foundation Launches Nikkoworkx Data Annotation Training Platform to Empower Persons with Disabilities and Marginalized Communities Next Step Foundation (NSF), a global organization committed to harnessing the potential of Artificial Intelligence and digital technology for social impact, is proud to announce the launch of the Nikkoworkx Data Annotation Training Platform. Nikkoworkx, derived from Swahili […]
Empowering African Youth
Empowering African Youth for a Sustainable Future Undoubtedly, the recent epidemic had a profound impact on the world, bringing socioeconomic progress to a standstill in every country. All age groups were equally affected by this existential crisis, but it was the younger generation that bore the majority of its consequences, suffering the most in the […]
