Who we are - Villages Future Network

Rev. Dr. Walter Akuno, PhD, CPM (MTI)

Director and Founder

Historical Background

Villages Future Network is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Registered and duly recognized by the Government of Kenya and recognized by the NGO Coordination Board, Reg. No. NGO-53FQK2, dated 4th October 2024. The idea and activities of this NGO began way back in 2017 when the founding Director, Rev. Dr Walter Akuno mooted the idea of assembling widows and supporting them especially during chrismas holidays. Initially started with about 30 widows, at Kanam village in Homabay, by offering a token of gifts to the vulnerables, this scheme has now grown to cover over 150 women. Both in Siaya and Homa Bay Counties. Support to the widows during Christmas seasons and throughout the year has now been broadened to cover various charitable works including clothing, housing, educating the orphans among others and it continues throughout the year.

The NGO has its offices at Ajigo Cente in Bondo Sub County but will be extending its offices in Kendu Bay town in Homa Bay County.

Mission

To empower communities and drive sustainable change through capacity building, support and innovative solutions to address the health and well-being of vulnerable populations, improve food security, promote responsible environmental stewardship, and quality education, and support the underprivileged children’s education.

Vision

To build a society where every individual has equal opportunities to thrive and fulfill their potential, void of poverty, where every community is self-sufficient and able to achieve economic well-being.

Philosophy

A people-centred NGO prioritizing needs and voices of communities served.

Motto

Engage. Empower. Change

Our Objectives

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To promote and provide access to quality education for children and youth in Siaya County, Bondo, Subcounty, Ajigo Location, and Homabay Counties.
To empower widows and orphans through skills training, economic empowerment programs, and social support systems.
To enhance agricultural practices through training, provision of resources, and promoting sustainable farming techniques for improved livelihoods.

To advocate for the rights and welfare of the community, particularly vulnerable groups, through awareness campaigns, lobbying, and legal assistance where necessary.
To foster collaboration among stakeholders including government agencies, NGOs, community-based organizations, and individuals to maximize impact and resources.