The Active Youth Empowerment Project (AYEP) is transforming how people experience Nairobi’s informal settlements through its powerful and immersive Mathare Slum Tours – a purpose-driven social enterprise that blends education, empathy, and empowerment.
These tours are not about sightseeing. They’re about seeing differently. Led by youth from Mathare, the tours offer a rare and respectful window into the resilience, innovation, and everyday brilliance of one of Nairobi’s most vibrant and misunderstood communities.
Insightful Encounters, Real Stories
Each tour is guided by trained youth ambassadors who share their lived experiences and showcase:
- Grassroots solutions to urban challenges like sanitation, education, and housing
- Community-led initiatives including art collectives, informal schools, and youth centers
- Cultural richness expressed through music, food, and storytelling
Visitors leave not just informed – but transformed. The tours spark reflection, challenge stereotypes, and build bridges across social divides.
A Social Enterprise with Dual Impact
AYEP’s Mathare Slum Tours are a model of ethical, purpose-driven tourism. They generate income for youth guides and fund AYEP’s broader programs in:
- Education and mentorship
- Sports programming and training
- Community development and advocacy
“We don’t just guide – we represent. We show the strength behind the struggle.” — Dennis, AYEP Youth Guide
Empowerment from Within
By turning local knowledge into opportunity, AYEP empowers youth to become storytellers, leaders, and changemakers. The tours are a testament to how social enterprise can uplift communities from the inside out, creating pride, visibility, and sustainable impact.
Be Part of the Experience
Whether you’re a traveler, educator, policymaker, or local resident, AYEP’s Mathare Slum Tours offer a chance to see Nairobi through new eyes and support a mission that’s building futures with dignity and purpose. Call or WhatsApp us on +254780501133; Email [email protected]