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Overview

At Womankind Kenya, we are committed to advancing gender equality and promoting social inclusion for all, particularly women and marginalized communities. We believe that everyone, regardless of gender, age, ability, or socio-economic status, should have equal opportunities to thrive and contribute to society.

Our approach and impact

Aproach

We focus on tackling the structural inequalities that drive discrimination and exclusion. Our goal is to create environments where individuals can flourish without facing barriers based on gender, disability, or social standing. We work toward this by:

  1. Advancing Gender Equality
    • We advocate for equal rights and opportunities for women and girls in education, employment, health, and leadership.
    • Our programs aim to challenge harmful social norms, empower women and girls, and enable them to become leaders in their communities.
    • We promote policies and practices that combat gender-based violence, discrimination, and other forms of injustice.
  2. Fostering Social Inclusion
    • We ensure that marginalized groups, including people with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and the economically disadvantaged, are included in decision-making processes.
    • By providing access to essential resources, education, and opportunities, we encourage full participation and representation for all individuals.
    • We work toward creating inclusive policies and practices that ensure no one is excluded from society’s benefits.
  3. Empowering Communities
    • We collaborate with local communities to raise awareness about the importance of gender equality and inclusion, empowering individuals to lead change in their own environments.
    • Through training, capacity-building, and leadership development, we equip communities to address inequalities and build stronger, more inclusive societies.

Through our gender equality and inclusion programs, we have:

  • Empowered women to take on leadership roles, increasing their participation in decision-making.
  • Improved access to resources and opportunities for marginalized groups, ensuring they are not left behind.
  • Advocated for policy changes that reduce gender disparities and promote a more inclusive society.