Experiential Learning in Nairobi offers students and adults a transformative, on-the-ground perspective into the complexities of urban international development in informal settlements. Through immersive engagement with local communities, participants gain firsthand insight into the economic, social, and political dynamics shaping life in Nairobi’s slums—knowledge that cannot be fully captured in a classroom. Dr. Pashayan's programs foster critical thinking, cultural humility, and applied research skills that equip learners to better understand global inequality, community-led development, and sustainable solutions. With extensive expertise in Experiential Learning since 2010, Dr. Pashayan offers customized experiences that connect theory to lived reality.

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These immersive programs—ranging from one-day to eight-weeks—are tailored to individual interests including health, gender, economics, entrepreneurship, housing, WASH, micro-farming, education, climate change, and community art. Backed by years of primary research in low-resource urban settings, Dr. Pashayan has shared insights globally, including as a ECOSOC Member at the UN speaking as an advocate of residents of informal settlements,  conversations with two World Bank Presidents (2018–2024) and the World Bank Country Director in Kenya, and briefings with the IMF Head of Gender. Participants gain a deeply contextualized understanding of development challenges and innovations from the ground up, and have the opportunity to help shape the future of urban Africa.