LRC Foundation, in partnership with Welthungerhilfe through the Skill Up! Project, is proud to launch a scholarship program aimed at empowering young Kenyans with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience needed to thrive in the agricultural sector.
Agriculture remains one of Kenya’s most important economic sectors, providing employment and livelihoods for millions of people. However, many young people continue to face barriers to accessing quality vocational training and career development opportunities. Through this scholarship initiative, LRC Foundation and Welthungerhilfe are working together to bridge this gap by providing deserving youth with an opportunity to pursue professional training in Agripreneurship and Horticulture Production at Latia Agripreneurship Institute (LAI).
Investing in Skills for Sustainable Livelihoods
The scholarship program is designed to equip young people with practical and market-driven agricultural skills that can enable them to secure employment, establish agribusiness enterprises, and contribute to food security and economic development within their communities.
The six-month training program combines classroom instruction with hands-on practical learning, allowing participants to gain real-world experience in modern agricultural production systems, agribusiness management, and entrepreneurship. Graduates of the program will be better positioned to take advantage of emerging opportunities within agricultural value chains while contributing to sustainable agricultural development.
Beyond Training: Career Guidance and Mentorship
At LRC Foundation, we recognize that technical skills alone are not always enough to guarantee success in today’s dynamic job market. That is why the scholarship program incorporates comprehensive career guidance, counseling, and mentorship components designed to support participants throughout their learning journey.
Beneficiaries will have access to:
Career guidance sessions that help them identify and pursue suitable career pathways.
Professional mentorship from experienced practitioners within the agricultural sector.
Personal development support aimed at building confidence, leadership, and decision-making skills.
Exposure to practical experiences and networking opportunities that enhance employability and entrepreneurship.
Through mentorship and coaching, participants will gain valuable insights from industry professionals who can help them navigate challenges, identify opportunities, and make informed career choices.
Promoting Inclusion and Equal Opportunity
The scholarship program is committed to ensuring that vulnerable and marginalized groups are not left behind. Applications are strongly encouraged from young mothers and persons living with disabilities who are passionate about pursuing careers in agriculture and agribusiness.
By creating access to education and skills development opportunities for these groups, the program contributes to greater social inclusion, economic empowerment, and community resilience.
Strengthening Partnerships for Impact
This initiative reflects the strong partnership between LRC Foundation and Welthungerhilfe in advancing youth empowerment, skills development, and sustainable livelihood creation. Through the Skill Up! Project, both organizations are committed to supporting young people in acquiring the competencies needed to become productive members of society and agents of positive change within their communities.
The partnership demonstrates the importance of collaborative action in addressing youth unemployment and promoting sustainable economic growth. By investing in skills development today, we are helping build a generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders who will shape the future of Kenya’s agricultural sector.
A Call to Aspiring Agripreneurs
If you are a young person with a passion for agriculture and a desire to build a successful future, this scholarship opportunity could be the stepping stone you need. We encourage all eligible applicants to take advantage of this life-changing opportunity and submit their applications within the stipulated timelines.
We also encourage our stakeholders, partners, community leaders, and supporters to share this opportunity widely to ensure that deserving young people can benefit from the program.
Keep visiting our website and following our social media platforms for updates, application information, and inspiring stories from participants who are transforming their lives through skills development and agripreneurship.
Together with Welthungerhilfe, LRC Foundation remains committed to empowering youth, strengthening livelihoods, and creating pathways to a more prosperous and sustainable future.
