The Blessing Projects team recently visited the Trans-Mara Kenya Medical Training College in Narok County to check in on five exceptional students whose education we are honored to support: Leah, Vivian, Susan, Vanessa, and Edwin. These young men and women come from vulnerable backgrounds and are currently pursuing certificates in community health nursing — and thanks to your generosity, their futures are full of promise and purpose.
This visit reaffirmed our commitment to one of our core beliefs: when we invest in the education of individuals from underserved communities, we don’t just change their lives — we change the trajectory of the communities they come from.
Through our funding and support, these five students are receiving high-quality training in a vital but often overlooked field: community health nursing. Their studies cover essential topics like maternal and child health, emergency care, and health education — all of which are urgently needed in rural Kenya, where access to medical care is limited and skilled professionals are few.
We are proud to share that each student is making remarkable progress. Leah and Vanessa have stood out in their clinical placements, showing a strong sense of empathy and professional skill. Susan and Edwin are becoming thoughtful, driven leaders among their peers, while Vivian continues to excel across both classroom learning and hands-on training.
The need for trained healthcare workers in Narok County is significant. With limited access to hospitals and clinics, families in remote villages often go without critical medical care. By supporting these students, we are directly increasing the number of qualified health personnel in a region where they are desperately needed.
Our investment in their training is strategic and sustainable — empowering local people to serve local needs, from within. These students will become trusted caregivers, first responders, health educators, and advocates for equity and prevention in their communities.
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted deep disparities in healthcare systems across the world, but especially in countries like Kenya. It also underscored the importance of community-based healthcare workers who can respond quickly and with cultural understanding. By supporting the training of Leah, Vivian, Susan, Vanessa, and Edwin, we are preparing them to be on the front lines — not just during crises, but in the daily, ongoing work of building healthier lives.
Our visit to Trans-Mara Kenya Medical Training College reminded us of what is possible when compassion meets opportunity. These students are not just learning; they’re becoming the backbone of a stronger, healthier future for Narok County and beyond.
The Blessing Projects remains committed to equipping vulnerable communities with the tools they need to thrive — and in this case, that starts with training the nurses who will care for generations to come.
