Meet the Founders

Michael Chao Odera, born and raised in Kenya, is a dedicated youth worker with a passion to see young people transformed through evangelism and discipleship. In 2010, Michael studied at The Kenya Baptist Theological College and graduated with a Diploma of Theology Youth Ministry Major.  In 2014, Michael studied abroad at Capernwray Bible School in Lancaster England, receiving a certificate in Foundation in Christian Life and Service. He received his Master's degree in Biblical Studies from the National Theological College and Graduate School in 2024, in Uganda. 

Michael served with Word of Life Kenya for 25 years (2000 - 2025) as a Volunteer, Missionary, Director/ Ministry Coordinator. Through Word of Life camps, he served and discipled thousands of young people over the years. He played a crucial role in developing leaders and programs to engage, inspire, and equip young people for life and ministry.

In 2025, Michael and his wife Nicole, joined the team at Watumull Children’s Education, an initiative dedicated to improving educational opportunities for children in need. They serve as volunteers in the Nairobi slums, providing youth discipleship and administrative support.

Michael’s passion for working with young people led him and his wife to found Camp Kairos Kenya, in March 2025, an organization focused on reaching the youth through camps. Camp Kairos Kenya’s mission is to create an environment where young people can seize the moment to connect with God, themselves, and others.

In his free time, Michael enjoys watching educational documentaries, listening to music, hiking, and spending time with his wife. His journey bears witness to the power of faith, vision, hard work, and dedication.

Nicole Odera, born and raised in Hawaii, grew up dancing ballet since the age of 6 years old. With thirteen years of ballet training at Hawaii State Ballet and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance at the University of Hawaii, Nicole founded Prisma Dance in 2014, a Christ-centered dance school. For over a decade, Prisma Dance has been presenting dance productions across the island while training over 350 students each year. Nicole has performed and taught for local, national, and international dance schools in Kenya and India.

In 2024, Nicole’s marriage to Michael Chao Odera led her to making Kenya her new home. She has continued to lead Prisma Dance and travels back to Hawaii several times each year. In Kenya, Nicole and Chao joined Watumull Children’s Education as volunteers in 2025, helping underprivileged children attend school. Additionally, in March 2025, Chao and Nicole founded Camp Kairos Kenya, an organization focused on reaching the youth through camps. Camp Kairos Kenya’s mission is to create an environment where young people can seize the moment to connect with God, themselves, and others.

In her free time, Nicole likes to play with children, eat yummy food with friends and family, and explore new places with her husband.