A Beacon of Hope: How Compassionate PFA Saved a Pregnant Mother in Crisis
Community Health Promoters from Rhonda Ward during a past Mental Health Sensitization Forum facilitated by MIDRIFT HURINET “My name is Grace Ndinda, a PFA provider trained by MIDRIFT HURINET and an Elder in our local community. My area of intervention is Rhonda Ward of Nakuru Town West Sub County. One evening in December last year, […]
One Voice
MIDRIFT HURINET facilitated Mental Health Stakeholders forum in a past event In the vibrant landscapes of communities brimming with potential yet shadowed by challenges such as poverty, gender-based violence, and lack of access to education, MIDRIFT HURINET emerges as a beacon of transformation. MIDRIFT HURINET understands that real, lasting change begins at the grassroots, where […]
Delving into Nairobi’s Gender-Based Violence Study
Mathare Informal Settlement MIDRIFT HURINET’s December 2023 report, “Understanding the Root Causes of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Nairobi-Kenya,” provides a comprehensive analysis of GBV in Nairobi’s informal settlements, including Mathare, Kibera, Dandora, and Mukuru. The scope of MIDRIFT HURINET’s study was inspired by the pressing need to address the pervasive issue of gender-based violence (GBV) […]
Gender and Accountability: Part 2
In the contemporary era, women continue to lead grassroots organizations and local campaigns, addressing issues ranging from gender-based violence to climate change. Their activism holds leaders accountable, ensuring that policies are inclusive and just. For instance, women’s movements have been pivotal in advancing democracy and gender equality by supporting women’s participation and leadership in politics […]
Gender and Accountability: Part 1
Community members during a past MIDRIFT HURINET facilitated Community Dialogue MIDRIFT HURINET’s key aspect of its mission involves organizing accountability forums that bring together human rights defenders, police officers, internal affairs units, the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), and community members. These forums facilitate open dialogue on collaborative efforts to enhance accountability and transparency within […]
Youth and Constitutionalism
A University Student Leader during a MIDRIFT HURINET facilitated forum on Accountability One of the key initiatives in MIDRIFT HURINET is dedicated to empowering the youth by enhancing their capacity in constitutionalism. Through workshops and training sessions, MIDRIFT HURINET educates young people on their constitutional rights and the mechanisms available to uphold these rights. These […]
Technical Working Group on GBV: Part 2
The gazettement of a Gender Working Group on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Kenya in the wake of rising femicide incidents signals a critical turning point in the nation’s battle against gender injustice. Each act of femicide tells a harrowing story of lives cut short, dreams extinguished, and families torn apart. These tragedies have ignited a […]
Technical Working Group on GBV: Part 1
In the wake of distressing femicide incidents that have rocked Kenya, MIDRIFT HURINET has emerged as a crucial force, turning collective sorrow into transformative action. These incidents, stark reminders of the entrenched gender disparities and systemic violence within communities, demand urgent and sustained interventions. MIDRIFT HURINET has responded with compassion and determination, weaving together initiatives […]
Kenya’s Legal Arsenal: Unveiling the Laws Combatting Gender-Based Violence
An Awareness Walk on #EndFemicide in Nakuru Town In Kenya, the legal framework addressing gender-based violence (GBV) is robust and proactive, comprising various laws, acts, and policies designed not only to protect survivors but also to prevent such violence. MIDRIFT HURINET’s study, “Understanding the Root Causes of Gender-Based Violence in Nairobi Kenya,” underscores the importance […]
Peace and Security in 2025
Participants during an anti femicide walk in Nakuru City Kenya’s proactive stance as a beacon of peace and security initiatives, both domestically and on the international stage, is a testament to its unwavering commitment to peacebuilding. Implementing the National Peacebuilding and Prevention Strategy, a comprehensive framework designed to address internal conflicts and promote social cohesion […]