Kajiado, Karen, Gitombo and Nairobi, Kenya

Trip Overview: Kenya – Autism & Developmental Disorders Training

Team Leader:
Karen Robbins, [email protected]

Trip Purpose:
This trip is focused on equipping local healthcare providers, educators, and community leaders in Kenya with practical knowledge and skills related to autism and other developmental disorders. The goal is to increase awareness, improve early identification, and support intervention strategies within local communities.

Location & Hosts:
Primary host: Wanji Mukunga
Emergency Contact: +254 747 6439634

Team Size:
Approximately 6 team members

Teaching Focus:

• Autism Spectrum Disorders

• Speech and Language Disorders

• Occupational and Developmental Disorders

• Dyslexia

Additional Teaching Opportunities:
May be identified based on local needs during the trip.

Lodging:
Team members will stay in a combination of locations including:

• Brackenhurst Conference Center (Limuru)

• Accommodations in Kajiado

• Nairobi (including host home lodging as needed)

Meals:

• Breakfast and dinner typically provided at lodging locations

• Lunches generally at local restaurants

In-Country Transportation:
Group travel via van

Travel Notes:
Common international layover city: Amsterdam

Estimated Costs:

• In-country daily cost: $200.00

• Estimated airfare: $2,300-$2,900

Typical Daily Schedule:
Team members will travel by van each day to various conference or training locations to provide teaching and participate in ministry activities.

Language:

• Primary teaching language: English

• Local language: Swahili

• Interpreters: Available in Kajiado as needed

Time Zone:
East Africa Time (EAT)

Climate:
Generally dry, cool, and pleasant

Religious Context:
Kenya has a diverse religious landscape, including approximately 33% Protestant, along with Catholic, Muslim, and traditional belief systems.

Passport Requirements:

• Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates

• Must have at least 2 blank pages

Visa Requirements:

• Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) required prior to travel

• Apply online at: www.etakenya.go.ke

• Applications should be submitted at least 5 days before travel (up to 3 months in advance)

• Required documents: valid passport, passport-style photo, travel itinerary, and accommodation details

Immunizations:

• No vaccinations required

• Recommended: Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and routine immunizations (MMR, Tdap, Polio)

In-Country CMDA Presence:
Yes (contact details to be provided)

Trip Itinerary & Dates:
The team will begin in Gitombo, Nairobi, and Kajiado (a Maasai region), .

Dates: July 19 - 30, 2026
Note: Dates are somewhat flexible. Team members who cannot participate for the full duration should coordinate with the Team Leader.

It is highly recommended each participant traveling outside the US to complete the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP): https://mytravel.state.gov/s/step