A visionary leader with over 14 years of experience advancing health equity and gender equality across Kenya, Nancy Akeyo brings a deep commitment to improving the lives of women and girls through strategic programming, data-driven solutions, and cross-sector partnerships. As Boda Girls Project Manager, Nancy leads the expansion of the program across counties, ensuring that more women have access to safe transportation, mentorship, and reproductive health education. Her expertise in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) has been honed through leadership roles at Shujaaz Inc., We World Kenya Foundation, and a range of national and international consortiums.
Nancy is a published author of a menstrual health guide for girls and a certified MHM (Menstrual Hygiene Management) educator through Columbia University. She has trained thousands of health workers, developed adolescent health curricula, and led programs that have reached over 170,000 girls. Whether building community-based monitoring systems or championing grassroots solutions for maternal health, Nancy is driven by a deep belief in the power of dignity, access, and opportunity for all. She holds a Bachelor’s in Project Planning and Management and an MBA in Strategic Management from the University of Nairobi.
When she’s not in the field or crafting proposals, Nancy enjoys writing, mentoring young professionals, and spending time with her family in Nairobi.
