Intersecting Struggles: How Poverty and Disability Amplify Gender-Based Violence in Nairobi’s Informal Settlements
The intricate relationship between poverty and disability forms a persistent cycle where each condition can be both a cause and a consequence of the other. This urgent issue demands immediate attention. Individuals living in poverty often face inadequate access to healthcare, unsafe living conditions, and limited educational opportunities, increasing their risk of acquiring disabilities. Conversely, […]
Unveiling the Layers: A Comprehensive Study on the Root Causes of Gender-Based Violence in Nairobi
MIDRIFT HURINET’s study, “Understanding the Root Cause of Gender-Based Violence in Nairobi Kenya,” aims to create awareness of laws and policies on GBV in informal settlements in Kenya. It details the experiences of survivors of Gender-Based Violence in the informal settlements of Mathare, Kibera, Dandora, and Mukuru. The report was officially launched in March 2024. […]
Dialogue Over Force: Kenya’s Gentle Path to Sustainable Security
Kenya’s evolving approach to peace and security increasingly highlights soft strategies prioritizing dialogue, community-driven solutions, and preventative measures over the more traditional reliance on force. MIDRIFT HURINET, which includes policymakers, researchers, and individuals interested in peace and security issues, plays a crucial role in understanding and supporting these strategies. One such example is seen in […]
From Guilt to Grace: Bridging Survivor’s Remorse and the Path to Lasting Peace
Integrating mental health and psychosocial support programs into peace and security is crucial. These programs provide safe spaces for survivors to share their stories and heal, ensuring they feel valued as contributors to peacebuilding. This approach transforms their pain into purpose, creating a more secure and harmonious future. Survivor’s remorse refers to the deep emotional […]
Affirmative Action in the Peace Building Architecture Review Report
Kenya’s Peacebuilding Architecture Review Report 2024 places the youth question at the heart of its vision for a peaceful and prosperous nation. With young people constituting most of Kenya’s population, the report recognizes their immense potential as agents of change, innovation, and resilience. However, it also acknowledges the challenges they face—unemployment, exclusion from decision-making, and […]
#AmaniPamoja: Launch of the Peace Building Architecture Review Report
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration, through the National Steering Committee on Peace Building and Conflict Management, launched the Peace Building Architecture Review Report in Nairobi today (19/12/2024). A multisectoral team drawn from Government agencies and departments, led by H.E. the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Acting Cabinet Secretary for Interior, Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, alongside […]
Courage, Perseverance, Commitment: Youth as agents of Peace in their Communities
Twenty Youth Champions have been incorporated into the Nakuru Town West Community Security Committees, and a significant number have also been added to the Nakuru Town East Committees following MIDRIFT HURINET Peace and Security interventions. Their active involvement has brought a new wave of optimism and hope for the Community’s security. The number increased […]
#NoExcuse to Patriarchy
Addressing the root causes of Gender Based Violence requires comprehensive strategies, including education, economic empowerment, robust legal systems, and cultural transformation that promote gender equality and challenge harmful norms. The Community Engagement Forum in Sachangwan, Molo Sub County, was a testament to the power of collaboration. It formed part of the global 16 Days of […]
It all started in Game Zone
Derrick Guchu, a playmaker, reflected on how his role has shaped him in his new job during the +Sports for Peace and Development Program reflection meeting with Playmakers and Coaches. These are his remarks. “I joined this project in 2022 and have grown through the skills I learned and shared with my peers and GAME […]
Youth on a Mission: Young PM+ Helpers Reinforcing Mental Health Support
Mental health challenges are a pressing concern globally, and their impact is particularly profound among the youth. According to the World Health Organization, one in seven 10-19-year-olds experience mental health conditions, with many cases going untreated due to stigma, lack of resources, and insufficient awareness. Involving young people in mental health interventions is not just […]