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A Milestone Moment for Ageno Community

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Margretha Girvin

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We are delighted to share a moment of great pride and hope for our community. We recently had the honor of welcoming H.E. Governor Gladys Wanga for the official opening of the Ageno Special Learning Centre, also known as Ageno Community—a landmark achievement for the families we serve and everyone who has supported this journey.

The opening of the Ageno Community Centre marks more than the launch of a building; it represents opportunity, dignity, and a shared commitment to empowering children, parents, and the wider community. In her remarks, Governor Wanga emphasized the importance of community-driven spaces that nurture education, wellbeing, and social development—values that are at the heart of Ageno’s mission.

News of Ageno Community’s impact in the lives of children with special needs spread like wildfire across Kendu Bay and the wider Homa Bay County. This growing recognition caught the attention of the Governor, who expressed a strong desire to see the work of Ageno for herself. On the day of the opening, despite having a Governors’ meeting scheduled, Governor Wanga made the deliberate choice to attend and officially open Ageno Community. During her speech, she shared that she had made the better choice by coming to Ageno—a moment that deeply affirmed our mission and work.
Perhaps the most powerful symbol of the day was seeing our stars—our children—seated with the Governor on the podium, visible, celebrated, and heard loud and clear. This is something that would not have happened before. It was a profound statement of inclusion and dignity. Ageno Community has given children with special needs a platform to be recognized as valued members of society, not hidden, but honored.

This school will serve as a safe and vibrant hub for learning, mentorship, parental engagement, and community programs. For our children, it is a place to grow and dream. For parents, it is a space for support and connection. For the community, it is a symbol of what can be achieved when partnerships and goodwill come together.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Governor Gladys Wanga for her leadership, humility, and encouragement, and to our donors, partners, parents, and friends whose generosity and belief made this vision a reality. Your support has laid a strong foundation—one that will positively impact lives for years to come.
As we look ahead, we invite you to continue walking with us. Together, we can expand programs, reach more families, and ensure that the Ageno Community Centre remains a beacon of hope, inclusion, and transformation.

Blessings,
Lydia

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