Belong to a network that turns shared strengths into lasting change.

In addition to the benefits shared by every member.

• Help finding relevant community services: guidance from Jonica's community team on where to seek reproductive health services, counselling, GBV support or other assistance, including available contacts and referral steps.
• Opportunities to represent Jonica at community level: be considered for designated community representative roles based on active participation, relevant training and formal appointment by the Foundation.
• Opportunities to participate in county decision making forums: receive information and guidance on engaging in public participation meetings, county planning and budgeting consultations, and forums addressing health, youth and women's empowerment.
• A voice in shaping Jonica's county priorities: contribute through member consultations by identifying community concerns, proposing activities and sharing feedback on local programmes.
• Community leadership development: participate in group orientation on community mobilisation, advocacy, public speaking and responsible representation.
• Recognition of community contributions: receive acknowledgement of verified involvement in Jonica's activities, with opportunities to be featured in county updates and member recognition at the AGM.

Value to you: Become part of Jonica's network, contribute to change within your county and build your voice and visibility as an active community member.

In addition to the benefits shared by every member.

• Access to the Jonica Student and Professional Network: connect with fellow students, mentors, professionals and partner organisations working in areas relevant to their studies and career interests.
• Opportunities to become Jonica Campus Ambassadors: be considered for roles representing Jonica within their university, college or TVET institution, subject to selection, orientation and institutional approval.
• Participation in campus and county activities: help organise student dialogues, health awareness campaigns, digital skills sessions and community outreach through Jonica's programmes.
• Opportunities to participate in youth decision making forums: receive information and preparation to engage in county youth forums, public participation meetings and consultations on education, employment, health and entrepreneurship.
• Mentorship and career connections: participate in group mentorship with professionals and receive information about relevant internships, scholarships, fellowships and training opportunities.
• A platform for student ideas and innovations: present community project proposals, business ideas or digital solutions during Jonica student showcases and receive feedback from participating mentors.
• Opportunity to serve on the Jonica Youth Advisory Board: be eligible to apply for a role advising Jonica on youth priorities, contributing to programme design and bringing forward ideas from campuses and communities.
• Recognition of practical contributions: receive documentation of completed volunteer roles and project responsibilities to support their CV or portfolio, with references based on verified work.

Value to you: Build a network beyond campus, gain practical experience, develop leadership skills and contribute to decisions affecting young people.

In addition to the benefits shared by every member.

• Access to Jonica's Professional and Partner Network: connect with professionals, community leaders and participating organisations to exchange expertise, develop collaborations and explore opportunities relevant to their field.
• Professional visibility and referrals: create a profile in the Friends of Jonica directory highlighting their expertise and services, allowing members and participating partners to contact them for relevant engagements.
• Access to professional opportunities: receive information about consultancy assignments, research collaborations, fellowships, conferences, training and other opportunities shared through Jonica's network.
• Opportunities to contribute to technical working groups: be considered for Jonica programme advisory groups based on their expertise, helping shape work in reproductive health, economic empowerment, education, digital skills or emergency response.
• Participation in county and national stakeholder forums: be considered for nomination to relevant consultations, policy dialogues and technical meetings where Jonica has an invitation or representation opportunity, subject to the organiser's requirements.
• Speaking, training and facilitation opportunities: express interest in serving as a speaker, panellist or facilitator at Jonica webinars, community dialogues, workshops and events. Paid and voluntary engagements will be clearly identified.
• A platform to showcase professional expertise: submit articles, practical guides, research insights or commentary for consideration on Jonica's communication platforms, with author credit.
• Practical involvement in community programmes: contribute specialist skills to programme design, research, training or evaluation, with agreed responsibilities and acknowledgement of completed work.
• Participation in the Jonica AGM: attend the annual gathering to connect with Jonica's leadership, fellow professionals and partners, contribute recommendations on programme priorities, and explore collaborations. Members may also express interest in presenting their expertise, joining panel discussions or showcasing work relevant to Jonica's programmes.

Value to you: Build professional visibility, access relevant networks and opportunities, and use your expertise to influence programmes and contribute to community development.

In addition to the benefits shared by every member.

• Connections to chamas and savings groups: get introductions to participating groups within their county for saving, peer support and exploring joint business activities, subject to each group's joining requirements.
• Support to organise business and savings groups: participate in group sessions on setting shared goals, keeping contribution records, allocating responsibilities and developing a practical group business plan.
• Access to funding opportunities: receive alerts about relevant enterprise grants, business competitions, seed funding calls and financing programmes, including eligibility requirements, deadlines and application links.
• Funding application support: participate in group clinics to prepare business profiles, simple budgets, proposals and pitches for suitable funding opportunities.
• Connections to financing providers: attend information sessions with participating SACCOs, microfinance institutions and other enterprise financing providers to understand their products, requirements and repayment terms.
• Joint purchasing, China imports and market connections: connect with members interested in sourcing goods from China, identifying suppliers and combining orders to access wholesale prices. Explore shared shipping and transport arrangements, learn about import procedures and costs, and collaborate to distribute products and reach larger markets.
• Business promotion within the Jonica Network: list their enterprise in the member directory and promote products or services through designated member showcase opportunities.
• Business mentorship and financial skills: access group guidance on separating household and business money, managing cash flow, pricing products and keeping records that support financing applications.
• Participation in county enterprise forums: receive information about local trade forums, enterprise programmes and consultations where members can raise business concerns and explore available support.
• Participation in the Jonica AGM: connect with fellow entrepreneurs, chama representatives and participating partners, with access to member rate exhibition spaces booked in advance.

Value to you: Better business tools, practical advice, increased visibility and opportunities to meet potential customers and collaborators.

In addition to the benefits shared by every member.

• Access to Jonica's Leadership and Partner Network: participate in organised engagements with Jonica's leadership, fellow business leaders, professionals and participating partners to explore shared interests and collaborations.
• Participation in leadership roundtables: join focused discussions on women's economic empowerment, youth employment, reproductive health and community development, contributing practical recommendations to Jonica's programme priorities.
• Opportunities to serve on advisory committees: be considered for programme advisory or event planning committees where their experience can support Jonica's work, subject to selection and defined responsibilities.
• Opportunities to represent Jonica: be considered for formal nomination to relevant county, national or partner forums, based on expertise, available invitations and authorisation.
• Strategic business and partnership introductions: receive up to two facilitated introductions annually to participating entrepreneurs, professionals or organisations with relevant interests, with mutual consent.
• Access to leadership and enterprise opportunities: receive information about fellowships, executive learning, business delegations, investment forums and partnership calls shared through Jonica's network. Nominations may be considered where available and eligible.
• A platform for professional visibility: receive a featured directory listing and one annual profile spotlight on a designated Jonica platform, highlighting their expertise, enterprise or community contribution.
• Speaking and thought leadership opportunities: express interest in speaking at Jonica events, moderating discussions or contributing articles and practical insights relevant to the Foundation's programmes.
• Opportunities to lead mentorship and community initiatives: propose and help coordinate an approved mentorship circle, county activity or enterprise initiative with Jonica, with responsibilities and resources agreed in advance.
• Leadership development and peer exchange: participate in a structured small group mentorship cycle and a leadership session covering public speaking, partnership building or leading community initiatives.
• County leadership and community dialogue forums: participate alongside community members, elected leaders and technical experts in discussions on women's health, youth employment and local enterprise. Help identify priorities, develop practical proposals and follow up on agreed actions through Jonica's non partisan forums.
• Champion a community initiative: work with Jonica to mobilise partners and resources for an agreed activity, such as a youth mentorship forum, women's enterprise showcase or health awareness campaign, with clear targets and public reporting on results. Activities remain inclusive and separate from political campaigning.
• Enhanced participation at the Jonica AGM: receive admission for the member and one guest, one standard exhibition space reserved in advance, and opportunities to contribute to leadership discussions and present relevant work.

Value to you: Build strategic relationships, strengthen visibility, develop leadership experience and contribute expertise to decisions and initiatives that affect communities.