Support a startup improving wellbeing of youth in Kenya 🇰🇪

New Beginnings Kwa Ground (NBKG) is dedicated to tackling critical social and environmental challenges that affect Kenyan youth, particularly in underserved communities. Our work focuses on mental health, substance abuse prevention, and social well-being, ensuring that young people have the necessary support to build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

New Beginnings Kwa Ground (NBKG) offers a holistic, research-driven, and community-centered approach to tackling mental health and substance abuse challenges among Kenyan youth. Our solution combines prevention, early intervention, psychosocial support, and economic empowerment to create a sustainable, long-term impact.

Role (Volunteer): Chatbot Developer & UX Designer.

Role Description: Are you a tech-savvy changemaker passionate about mental health, youth empowerment, and digital innovation?

We’re inviting a committed volunteer to join our mission to build Kujali ChatCare, a WhatsApp-based chatbot that supports adolescents, parents, and teachers with mental health guidance and substance abuse prevention.

💬 What You’ll Do:

• Co-develop user-friendly, culturally sensitive chatbot flows in Swahili, English, and Sheng.
• Work closely with psychologists, youth facilitators, and educators to design empathetic interactions
• Help us create a supportive, stigma-free space through conversational AI.
• Contribute to something that could impact thousands of young lives across Kenya.

What You Bring:

• Experience with tools like Twilio, Dialogue flow, Rasa, or WhatsApp APIs.
• A user-centered mindset and creative energy
• Passion for mental health, youth well-being, or social innovation

Bonus: Fluency in Swahili or knowledge of local youth culture/slang.

Location: Anywhere in the world (Remote-friendly)

Commitment: Flexible, with a minimum of 5–8 hours per week

Start: Immediately Be part of the team shaping the future of digital Kenyan Youth.

Time Commitment: Volunteer 4-6 hours per week for 3-5 months remotely 💻

If you want to make change, apply to volunteer with New Beginnings Kwa Ground!