The Metanoia Foundation

Youth Advisory Board(YAB)

Informed by youth, Driven By Compassion

Who We Are

We are a dedicated team of young changemakers championing every child’s right to psychological healing at the Metanoia Foundation. The First Youth Advisory Board of all african child focused non-profits.

Vision:

Africa’s Largest Youth Mental Health Leadership Network

  • Our Leadership:

    Led by Chair Amaara Samanani, alongside Aria, Layla, Asmara, Anaiya, Ayla, and Siara.

  • Our Ambassadors:

    Expanding our reach through Youth Ambassadors like Rhea and Nikhil.

  • Our Philosophy:

    We believe that the best people to understand, connect with, and help children are fellow youth.

Our Three Core Pillars

Awareness

Managing the Foundation's social media platforms to educate the public on the critical importance and mechanics of trauma-informed Play Therapy.

Fundraising

Developing innovative youth-led initiatives, merchandise concepts, and community drives to sustain our therapeutic spaces and staff.

Engagement

Connecting our peers to the cause through direct, hands-on service events at the Nairobi Children's Rescue Centre.

Recent Milestone: Christmas Event

Community Impact in Action

On December 22nd, the YAB spearheaded a massive community event bringing together donors, youth volunteers, and the children at the Rescue Centre.

Activities were entirely youth-coordinated, featuring live music, a puppet show, art corners, and a tree-planting initiative.

It was a powerful demonstration of how youth energy can directly foster joy, connection, and tangible donations for the Foundation.