Nomadic Heritage Aid

Nomadic Heritage Aid (NHA) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the livelihoods of marginalized and pastoralist communities in Kenya, particularly in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) regions. The organization focuses on education, sustainable natural resource management, climate resilience, livelihoods, governance, and social entrepreneurship.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Sustainable Natural Resource Management – Advocating for biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, and policy reforms in rangeland and water management.

2. Climate Resilience – Empowering communities through climate-smart agriculture, renewable energy, and disaster preparedness.

3. Sustainable Livelihoods – Supporting pastoralist communities through meat and milk value chain development, financial empowerment, and entrepreneurship training.

4. Youth Education & Empowerment – Promoting inclusive education, STEM education, and vocational training, and supporting school retention through bursaries and feeding programs.

5. Local Governance & Advocacy – Enhancing civic engagement, governance transparency, and peacebuilding initiatives.

6. Institutional Strengthening & Social Entrepreneurship – Ensuring financial sustainability through proposal writing, partnerships, and innovative income-generating activities.

Current Initiatives:

• Tech Skills Development Hub in North Eastern Polytechnic (Garissa) – A pilot project aimed at equipping students with data science, analytics, AI essentials, and full-stack development skills.

• Garissa High School STEM Initiative – Addressing the lack of equipped computer labs and promoting STEM education to bridge the technology gap for students in ASAL regions.

NHA is committed to creating lasting social impact by empowering communities through education, advocacy, and sustainable solutions.