Soila Maasai Girls Centre

About Soila

Soila Maasai Girls Centre (Suswa) was established in 2005 in the heart of the Rift Valley, Kenya. The project is a refuge and educational facility for Maasai girls at risk of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and early arranged marriage — still common practice and tradition in the Maasai community of Kenya.

With the co-operation of the local Chiefs and community elders, Suswa provides the girls with a safe environment to live, as well as a high-quality education as an alternative path to FGM and early marriage — giving them the chance to empower and change their lives and those of generations to come.

In all cases, the girls' parents/guardians have given their permission for their daughter to embark on this new way of life.

Growing Impact

The project has grown significantly over the years and now supports 150+ girls yearly, aged between 7 and 20 at the centre both within Soila Maasai Girls Centre and also former Soila pupils now attending Secondary school and University.

Soila is run as a partnership between Kenya Children's Homes (KCH) and the local community of Suswa.

"This program rescued me from early marriage and pregnancy. My life has changed since I joined the program. I really think that this is the best place somebody can ever grow from. I feel that your love is very strong for me. I know that one day I will become a successful person and help others in the community."

Life at Soila

Every day brings new hope and transformation.

Donations to the project can be made through the Kenya Children's Homes website.