Get Involved

Join Our Community

There are many ways to contribute to our mission of empowering Northern Kenya's youth. Whether you want to mentor, volunteer, partner with us, or simply stay connected, we welcome you.

Ways to Make a Difference

Choose the path that aligns with your skills, interests, and availability.

Become a Mentor

Guide a young person for 12 months — share skills, open doors, and build future leaders.

  • Weekly 1-hour virtual sessions
  • Mentor training & resources
  • Certificate & reference on completion
Volunteer

Contribute time and skills — event support, content, outreach, and more.

  • Flexible time commitment
  • Remote & on-site roles
  • Upskilling workshops
Member Benefits

Why Join NorthernBox?

Members get access to learning resources, mentorship, events, networking, and leadership opportunities.

Skill Development

Workshops, bootcamps and hands-on projects to build tech and leadership skills.

Mentor Network

One-to-one mentoring and group coaching with industry and community leaders.

Community & Events

Member-only events, meetups and hackathons — virtual and in-person.

Certificates & Recognition

Completion certificates and public recognition for contributors and ambassadors.

Ambassador Opportunities

Lead local chapters, organize events, and grow your leadership experience.

Community Discord

Join our active Discord for live support, pairing, and community chats.

Become a Member of NorthernBox

Join a growing community of students, experts, innovators, creators, and leaders working together to solve challenges, build opportunities, and shape a brighter future.

Membership Application

Fill in your details and tell us how you’d like to contribute

Ambassador Program

Become a NorthernBox Ambassador

Represent NorthernBox locally — organize meetups, recruit members, and run initiatives. Ambassadors receive training, mentorship, promotional support and potential event funding.

  • • Stipends & event funding
  • • Direct mentorship from leadership
  • • Swag, recognition & certificates
  • • Opportunities to co-host workshops
Ambassadors collaborating
Partnership meeting
Partnership Opportunities

Partner With Us

We're looking for organizations and institutions that share our vision. Partnerships help scale impact.

Corporate sponsorship
Employee volunteer programmes
In-kind donations & resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about getting involved.

What qualifications do I need to become a mentor?

A genuine desire to help, relevant experience, and the ability to commit regularly.

How much time is required for volunteers?

Time varies by role — some need a few hours/month, others more. We'll match roles to your availability.

Can I participate if I'm not in Kenya?

Yes — many roles and mentoring opportunities are remote and open to international participants.

Still Have Questions?

We're here to help you find the perfect way to get involved.