International Women’s Day 2025
Catherine Mungai, the facility manager at Karagita Health Centre, detailed how gender disparities significantly influence wellbeing. “Gender inequality, a pressing issue that demands our immediate attention, refers to the unequal treatment or disparities individuals face based on gender, often resulting in one gender having more privileges, opportunities, or rights than another. This imbalance manifests in […]
International Women’s Day 2025: Gender Equality and Mental Health
Britney Marcella, a youth psychologist at MIDRIFT HURINET, opines that, “Gender inequality exacerbates mental health challenges in numerous ways. Women in male-dominated workplaces often experience discrimination, harassment, or unequal pay, leading to chronic stress and anxiety. Men, on the other hand, may struggle with emotional suppression due to societal expectations of being “strong,” increasing their […]
Peace, Accountability and Community Empowerment Project
The Peace, Accountability, and Community Empowerment Project is a pioneering approach to peacebuilding, led by MIDRIFT HURINET, that actively engages youth and women in Nakuru as catalysts for change and advocates for peace, effective governance, and accountable leadership. A cohort of 80 youth champions from Nakuru Town East and Nakuru Town West has been recruited, […]
Psychoeducation: Empowering Kenya’s Police Officers to Thrive on and Off Duty
The National Police Service has acknowledged the mental health challenges faced by officers, including stress, trauma, and burnout. The Mental Health situation has led to initiatives like partnerships with organizations such as MIDRIFT HURINET and the introduction of psychosocial support programs. Once a whispered concern, mental health is now stepping into the light, thanks to […]
Journalists Voice on World Radio Day 2025
Nakuru Journalists covering a past event facilitated by MIDRIFT HURINET MIDRIFT HURINET has collaborated with journalists to promote Human Rights, Peace, and Good Governance. In partnership with the Media Council of Kenya, they have previously organized a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) awareness meeting in Nakuru, bringing together media professionals to discuss the critical role of journalism […]
World Radio Day 2025
Media Council of Kenya representative during a past event facilitated by MIDRIFT HURINET Joseph Mecha, the Nakuru Media Council of Kenya Regional Coordinator, believes Radio is one of the most accessible and trusted platforms for sharing climate change information, reaching even remote and marginalized communities. He says Radio helps raise awareness through expert discussions, talk […]
Problem Management Plus (PM+) Refresher Training
MIDRIFT HURINET facilitates a two-day PM+ refresher training targeting PM+ supervisors from Nakuru Town East, Nakuru Town West, and Naivasha Sub Counties. (10th -11th February 2025) The objectives of the refresher training are; 1. To reinforce the core strategies integral to PM+, such as managing stress, addressing problems, encouraging positive activities, and strengthening social support […]
Beacon of Support
After an intensive four-day Master Training of Trainers (TOT) program in Psychological First Aid (PFA), participants emerged with enhanced skills and a profound sense of purpose. Immersed in comprehensive sessions that delved into the nuances of trauma response, empathetic communication, and effective facilitation techniques, the PFA TOT master trainees transformed into adept trainers, ready to […]
Master PFA Trainees Reinforce Learning Inner Resilience Beyond Immediate Aid
On the Second Day of the PFA Master TOT training, participants reinforced their facilitation skills, emphasizing the immediate needs of clients and those who need special attention in a crisis. It was emphasized that it is essential to recognize that not all individuals require PFA interventions immediately. Master trainers should emphasize assessing each person’s unique […]
MHPSS Intervention Pyramid (IASC)
On the first day of the Psychological First Aid (PFA) Master TOT Training, one of the areas participants were taken through was MHPSS Intervention Pyramid (IASC) The Inter-Agency Standing Committee’s (IASC) Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Intervention Pyramid is a conceptual framework that illustrates a layered support system designed to address individuals’ diverse […]