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In Kisumu City’s informal settlement of Nyalenda, ActionAid Kenya, through the Access to Justice and Security project, is transforming lives by championing women’s rights and ensuring survivors of gender-based violence […]

In Kawere village, located in Southwest Nyakach Ward, Elizabeth Ouko, 40, is a beacon of resilience and determination. Alongside her husband George, 50, she has worked tirelessly to provide for

In Garissa County, cultural heritage runs deep, and the practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) has been prevalent for generations, affecting an alarming 83% (KDHS 2022) of girls in the

In many communities, entrenched patriarchal norms and cultural traditions have long dictated and restricted women’s rights, particularly regarding land and property ownership. Customary laws often prioritize male heirs, limiting women’s

Nancy Beryl remembers the first day of the Feminist Leadership for Organizing Bootcamp organized by Global Platforms Kenya and ActionAid International Kenya. What began as an opportunity for personal growth

For over thirteen years, Female Genital Mutilation and Cutting (FGM/C) has been a criminal offense in Kenya. Despite this, the deeply rooted cultural practice continues to pose a significant threat

In Marafa, Kilifi County, women are reclaiming their rights and economic independence, challenging long-standing patriarchal norms that have historically hindered their progress. With the support of ActionAid Kenya (AAIK), women

Globally, nearly one in three women experience violence, with crises further exacerbating the numbers. In Kenya, gender-based violence (GBV) remains one of the most severe human rights violations, demanding urgent

Alara Primary School in Homabay County has embraced a transformative approach to education by integrating sustainable agriculture into its teaching practices, thanks to Kenya’s Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC). The school’s initiative,

In Kwabwai, Homabay County, a new generation of youth is rising to meet the challenges of climate change while striving for financial independence. Among them are Vivian Ouda and David

Mercy Owino, a resident of Kwabwai ward in Homabay County, was disinherited after her husband’s death. The 45-year-old mother of six was on the verge of homelessness before the intervention

Fossil fuel extraction, use, and industrial agriculture are among the largest contributors to the global climate crisis. The combustion of fossil fuels produces significant amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2), the