Specialized Training Equips Psychologists to Support Children/Adolescents Survivors of Violence

MIDRIFT HURINET Psychologists attended a training on “Caring for Children who have experienced Violence” organized by the World Health Organization on 28th January 2025.   The objective of the training was to recognize child maltreatment and critical first steps to take in case of neglect/abuse and help professionals identify maltreatment. They were also capacity strengthened […]

Wheel of Self-care: Part Two

Regular physical activity, such as a brisk morning walk through a sun-dappled park or a rejuvenating yoga session that harmonizes breath and movement, invigorates the body and sharpens the mind. Nourishing ourselves with balanced, nutrient-rich meals fuels our daily endeavors and fosters a deep sense of vitality and health. Prioritizing restorative sleep allows our bodies […]

Wheel of Self-care: Part One

Self-care is deliberately nurturing one’s body, mind, and spirit. This personal ritual replenishes inner reserves and enables one to navigate challenges with grace and resilience. Self-care is a holistic practice that can take many forms, from the simple joy of savoring a quiet moment of deep breathing to engaging in creative hobbies, exercising, or establishing […]

Generational Trauma

In one of the training sessions facilitated by MIDRIFT HURINET in Naivasha Sub County, a contextualized question was asked about how to assist a person who had undergone electoral-related violence in 1992, 1997, and 2007 and had been displaced by flooding during the COVID-19 period in 2020 in managing his mental health. This opened up […]

The Community Health Promoters Bill, 2024

The Community Health Promoters Bill 2024 was first read in the Kenyan Senate in December 2024.   The Community Health Promoters Bill of 2024 emerged as a beacon of progressive change in the Kenyan Senate, heralding a new era in grassroots healthcare. Introduced with fervor and a vision for more accessible public health services, the […]