Kenya

Yogo, Kenya is a small village located in the Siaya County of western Kenya. It is known for its rich Luo culture, traditional music, and dance. The area is primarily agricultural, with many residents engaged in farming activities, particularly rice and millet cultivation. Yogo also serves as a gateway to Lake Victoria, a significant location for fishing.

The Imbenzi Foundation has recently expanded it's project work into Siaya District. Siaya district contains Siaya town and many small rural communities in the area. The landscape is low and flat, mostly shrub, although the move to plant gum trees as a source of wood and income has changed the landscape in recent years. Gum trees are also contributing to the dryness of the land, as the lack of rain is exacerbated by the gum trees’ rapid growth and thirst. The presence of HIV AIDS is high in the region, and the impact of the first days of the virus are still felt as many grandparents are parenting again.

Seje is a village near Lake Victoria in Kisumu County, Kenya, characterized by a warm, tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. The predominantly Luo community is known for its strong cultural traditions, including vibrant music and dance, which play a significant role in local celebrations. Fishing and farming are the primary livelihoods, with residents cultivating crops like maize and cassava. The area's proximity to Lake Victoria makes it ideal for bustling local markets and creates a lively atmosphere.

Nairobi is the capital of Kenya, as well as the largest city. It is a bustling metropolis with both gleaming skyscrapers and overcrowded slums. The greater metropolis area is home to more than 4.4 million people. An estimated sixteen percent of this population live in abject poverty (less than $2.00 per day) It is a city of industry and business and contributes more than a quarter of Kenya's GDP. Shiphrah Centre is located central to one of the major slum areas and is well-positioned to receive and support children in the most desperate situations.

Kakamega county is made up of many small communities. This district is in the rocky hills at an elevation of 5000 ft. The area is classed as a tropical rainforest and is lush and green. Only a small corner of the region is still true rainforest. The region has many single-parent women, most men having left for the dream of better money in Nairobi. Land is subdivided so small that most families farm under one acre of land. The Imbenzi Foundation staff oversee the Voice of Hope project which currently consists of 99 families throughout the Kakamega region.