Who We Are

UNKLESA (United Nations Kenya Local Expatriate Spouses Association) was launched in 2004 to address the lack of employment facilities for UN expatriate spouses and partners. Since then, UNKLESA has evolved into an organisation that provides all kinds of support to UN and diplomatic spouses that are relocating to Kenya.

We build a strong community through social events, family and peer support activities, networking and professional training sessions. We also advocate on behalf of UN spouses, helping UN organisations take advantage of the pool of skills that are often readily available through our members.

The association is part of an international network of UN Local ExpatriateSpouse Associations (LESAs) around the world.