Linking Research
To Advocacy and Action
Advancing Education, Research & Equity for a Brighter Future
Vision
A society that values the centrality of knowledge for the creation of a humane, equitable, and prosperous society.
Mission
The mission of WERK is to contribute to knowledge generation and utilization through linking research to policy and action.

Who We are
Founded in 1993, WERK is a not for profit professional membership organization, built on the values and principles of equity inclusivity, integrity, excellence and learning. Envisaging a society that values the centrality of knowledge for the creation of a humane, equitable and prosperous society, it seeks to link research to advocacy and action for betterment of the lives of girls and women, boys and men in Kenya.
What we do
WERK has established a record of accomplishment in conducting rigorous, large-scale, innovative, & cutting-edge research & applying it to advocacy as well as policy reform. WERK is also engaged in the implementation of multi-year education action research projects that address access and equity in education, transition and completion strategies, learning outcomes, life skills, and mentorship.
The projects focuses on early childhood education, basic education, girls’ education, gender in education, education in pastoralist & marginalized regions, education for minorities as well as teacher support and development.

Number Of People Reached...
Girls
Boys
Teachers
Parents & Community
Local Organization
Policy Makers
Thematic Areas

Education

Policy

Gender




































