Biography

Esther Kimani is a Community Development professional with a strong interest in community empowerment. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Community Development and a Diploma in Social Work from Mount Kenya University.

She has experience working collaboratively with Sub-County offices in community mobilization, program coordination, and public service delivery. Through her engagement with Pathfinder Institute, she developed a passion for youth mental health advocacy, championing awareness, open dialogue, and linkage to support services.

This experience strengthened her commitment to holistic development that addresses both the social and emotional well-being of young people. At heart, Esther is passionate about supporting youth to grow and become self-reliant, with or without higher education. She believes in community-led approaches that recognize the strengths already within communities.

In her service journey, she wants to learn from local people, support their own ideas, and help create chances for young people to grow, earn a living, and take part in building their future.