Aileen Florence Akinyi

Aileen

Nominated by Stella Nechesa Tande 

All 2025 Children’s Peace Prize Nominees

Aileen, 12, grew up in the slums of Nyalenda, Kisumu, Kenya, where she saw many children go without meals. From a young age, she shared what little she had, developing a deep sense of empathy and social responsibility. Using her platform as a young model, Aileen founded a child-led organization to support vulnerable girls and children, providing dignity packs, school uniforms, stationery, educational support, and mentorship.

Her advocacy has reached thousands both online and offline. Social media and live media appearances amplify her work, while on the ground she has supplied essentials to over 1,000 girls, helped families with school fees, and engaged children in career guidance, talent competitions, and environmental initiatives. Through sustained action and community mobilization, Aileen ensures that vulnerable children, particularly girls, have access to education, protection, and opportunities to thrive.