What is Kolping Organization of Kenya?

Kolping Organization of Kenya Ltd is a Catholic lay organization empowering youth, women, and families through vocational skills education (KVTC), climate-smart agriculture, community microfinance, and hospitality social enterprises.

How can I enroll in KVTC vocational courses?

You can apply online via our vocational training pages or visit our main campus in Langata, Nairobi. We offer courses in Carpentry, Electrical Wiring, Motor Mechanics, IT, Tailoring, and Catering.

How can I become a Kolping Member?

Individual families come together to form local Kolping Families of 10 or more households. Members undergo a 1-year formation journey based on spiritual growth, solidarity, and self-help.

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Regional Coordination

Administrative Entities Serving Kolping Families

To coordinate field projects across Kenya's 47 counties, Kolping Kenya operates through five main Zonal and Metropolitan offices. Designated Field Officers manage local Kolping Families, conduct microfinance audits, oversee TVETA vocational outreach, and supervise climate agriculture projects.

Nairobi Metropolitan Zone

Location: Lang'ata HQ & Kilimani Guest House

Phone: +254 705 125 166

Counties Covered: Nairobi, Kiambu, Kajiado & Machakos

Nyeri Metropolitan Zone

Location: Nyeri Town Office

Phone: +254 705 125 168

Counties Covered: Nyeri, Murang'a, Kirinyaga, Embu & Laikipia

Kisumu Zonal Office

Location: Kisumu City Center

Phone: +254 705 125 166

Counties Covered: Kisumu, Siaya, Kakamega, Bungoma & Vihiga

Mombasa Metropolitan Zone

Location: Mombasa Coastal Office

Phone: +254 705 125 168

Counties Covered: Mombasa, Kilifi, Kwale, Taita-Taveta & Lamu

Homa-Bay Zonal Office

Location: Homa-Bay Town Center

Phone: +254 705 125 166

Counties Covered: Homa-Bay, Migori, Kisii & Nyamira

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Discover Organizational Structure, Climate Advocacy, Faith Formation, and Membership.

Organizational Structure

Examine our governance framework spanning the National Convention, Board of Directors, Executive Secretariat, Episcopal Protector, and Metropolitans.

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Becoming a Member

Find clear, step-by-step guidance on how to join an existing Kolping Family or establish a chartered self-help group within your parish, diocese, or local community.

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Climate & Civic Advocacy

Environmental Laudato Si' tree planting campaigns, climate justice advocacy, and international UN/ILO consultative policy engagement.

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Network Overview

Explore Kolping Kenya's national movement linking grassroots Kolping Families to Diocesan Metropolitans and the International Kolping Society in Cologne, Germany.

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Faith & Solidarity Pathways

Structured 1-year formation journey for new members, spiritual retreats, solidarity fundraising, and national World Day of Prayer celebrations.

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Tailoring & Garment

Creative garment fabrication skills covering pattern drafting, industrial sewing machine operation, fashion design, school uniform fabrication, and embroidery.

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