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 […]
Media, Peace & Security in 2025
MIDRIFT HURINET emphasizes the critical role of media in peace and security, particularly in fostering responsible journalism and countering misinformation. MIDRIFT HURINET, uniquely positioned in the field, collaborates with media professionals to enhance their capacity to report on peace and security issues through its specialized programming. This collaboration aims to ensure that media outlets serve […]
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 […]