Initiatives & programmes.
Targeted programmes that develop leadership, advance research, drive advocacy, and connect Kenya's policy community — locally and regionally.
“Nurturing young minds and building a strong pipeline of future public policy professionals.”
Youth & Emerging Leaders
PPPSK is committed to nurturing young minds and building a strong pipeline of future public policy professionals. Through Youth Policy Labs, young people work in teams to develop innovative policy solutions to real-world challenges, guided by experienced mentors and experts. We also host national and regional competitions where young innovators present policy proposals, with winning ideas supported and recognised by PPPSK's partners and networks.
Key highlights
Youth Policy Labs — team-based policy problem solving guided by expert mentors
Mentorship & Training — structured connections with senior policy professionals
Competitions & Innovation Challenges — national and regional policy competitions
Scholarships & Support — funding access to PPPSK events and training programmes
“Strengthening the skills, knowledge, and professional competencies of policy practitioners.”
Capacity Building & Training
PPPSK is dedicated to strengthening the skills, knowledge, and professional competencies of public policy practitioners through targeted capacity building and training programmes. Our initiatives are designed to enhance professional skills, build leadership capacity, and equip members with practical tools for evidence-based decision-making. By investing in continuous learning, PPPSK ensures its members are well-prepared to address today's complex policy challenges and drive innovative, inclusive, and sustainable solutions.
Key highlights
Short Courses & Workshops — intensive sessions on specialised policy topics
Expert Masterclasses — knowledge from local and international policy experts
Policy Simulations — interactive exercises and case studies for hands-on learning
Professional Certification — recognised credentials validating policy competencies
“Advancing evidence-based policymaking through rigorous research and in-depth policy analysis.”
Policy Research & Analysis
PPPSK is committed to advancing evidence-based policymaking through rigorous research and in-depth policy analysis. Our initiative generates actionable insights that inform decision-making at local, national, and regional levels, working with members, partners, and experts to bridge the gap between research and practice. Through this work, PPPSK ensures that policies are grounded in data, inclusive perspectives, and global best practices.
Key highlights
Policy research on governance, economic, social, and environmental challenges
Policy briefs and position papers for advocacy and stakeholder engagement
Evaluation of existing policies for effectiveness, equity, and sustainability
Technical support for government agencies, civil society, and development partners
“Championing inclusive policymaking by engaging citizens, stakeholders, and decision-makers in constructive dialogue.”
Advocacy & Public Engagement
PPPSK champions inclusive and participatory policymaking by actively engaging citizens, stakeholders, and decision-makers in constructive dialogue. We bridge the gap between policymakers and the public — ensuring policy decisions are inclusive, transparent, and responsive to community needs and priorities. Through strategic coalitions, media engagement, and formal policy submissions, we amplify voices and drive lasting policy change across Kenya.
Key highlights
Policy Forums & Dialogues — multi-stakeholder conversations on critical policy issues
Awareness Campaigns — raising public understanding of emerging policy challenges
Media & Digital Outreach — shaping public discourse and policy understanding
Policy Submissions — formal positions submitted to government and legislative bodies
“Specialised member networks bringing together professionals with shared interests in specific policy areas.”
Communities of Practice
PPPSK hosts a network of Communities of Practice (CoPs) — specialised member groups that bring together professionals with shared interests in specific policy areas. These communities provide collaborative spaces for peer learning, joint research, and sector-focused dialogue that shapes Kenya's governance agenda. Membership in a CoP is open to all PPPSK members and provides a platform to contribute expertise, collaborate on impactful initiatives, and create lasting change in a specialised domain.
Key highlights
Peer Learning & Exchange — sharing experience with fellow policy professionals
Joint Research & Analysis — collaborative research on priority policy issues
Stakeholder Dialogues — sector-focused engagement with decision-makers
Knowledge Sharing — workshops, webinars, and specialised publications
“A creative platform for designing, testing, and scaling forward-thinking policy solutions.”
Public Policy Innovation Lab
The PPPSK Public Policy Innovation Lab is a creative platform for designing, testing, and scaling forward-thinking policy solutions. The Lab provides a collaborative environment where policymakers, researchers, civil society, private sector actors, and citizens work together to address complex governance and development challenges using design thinking and data-driven approaches. By combining creativity, research, and collaboration, the Lab accelerates the development of practical, scalable, and impactful solutions for today's policy challenges.
Key highlights
Policy Hackathons — intensive collaborative sessions tackling pressing policy challenges
Design Sprints — fast-paced human-centred policy design processes
Rapid Prototyping — building and testing policy intervention prototypes
Innovation Challenges — competitive events addressing real-world policy problems