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Why JAL?

Why Partner With JAL

Seven reasons why JAL is a trusted, effective, and strategic partner for community-led development in Turkana West.

Local Presence

We are rooted in Kakuma and Kalobeyei. Our team lives in the community we serve, giving us deep contextual understanding and trust.

Community Trust

As a community-founded and community-led organization, we enjoy the trust and confidence of the people we serve.

Accountable Team

Our leadership is elected, our constitution is adopted, and our operations are transparent and documented.

Integrated Model

Our ten programs address interconnected challenges holistically, creating compounding impact across the community.

Sound Financial Controls

Dual-signatory banking, expenditure thresholds, biennial audits, and 7-year record retention ensure every shilling is accounted for.

Innovation

We embrace new approaches — from digital payments to sport-for-peace — to find what works best for our community.

Sustainability Focus

Every program is designed to build lasting capacity and reduce dependency, creating change that endures beyond project cycles.

Who Can Partner

Seven Categories of Partnership

We welcome partners from government, international agencies, private sector, faith communities, academia, and grassroots networks.

Government

County and national government agencies, departments, and ministries aligned with our mission.

UN Agencies

United Nations bodies working in humanitarian and development contexts in Turkana West.

NGOs

Local and international non-governmental organizations with complementary programs and expertise.

Private Sector

Companies and businesses seeking meaningful social impact through partnership and CSR.

Faith Organizations

Churches, mosques, and faith-based groups committed to serving the vulnerable.

Academic Institutions

Universities, colleges, and research institutions for knowledge exchange and capacity building.

Community Networks

Grassroots organizations, CBOs, and community groups working toward shared goals.

Trust & Transparency

Our Financial Controls

Every partner can trust that their investment is managed with the highest standards of accountability.

Dual-Signatory Banking

All financial transactions require two of three authorized signatories: the Chairman, Treasurer, or Director.

Expenditure Approval Threshold

Any expenditure exceeding KES 10,000 requires formal approval from the Executive Committee.

Biennial Independent Audits

External independent audits are conducted every two years to ensure financial integrity and transparency.

7-Year Record Retention

All financial and operational records are retained for a minimum of seven years for accountability and review.

Ready to Walk With Us?

Whether you represent a government agency, UN body, NGO, private company, faith organization, academic institution, or community network — we'd love to hear from you. Let's build a self-reliant, empowered community together.