National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU)
Today (24th January 2025), the Government of Kenya launched the National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU). The launch hosted in Kwale County brought together all security agencies. The National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU) is a specialized arm of the Kenyan National Police Service, tasked with maintaining law and order, providing security to government […]
Nyumba Kumi Initiative: Strengthening Communities with Mental Health Support
Women Leaders during the International Women Day 2024 commemorated in Kuresoi South,Nakuru County Francis Waiganjo, a respected figure from Rubiri in the Karagita area of Naivasha Sub County, holds significant roles in his community. He is a Nyumba Kumi Committee member and a Community Health Promoter, demonstrating his deep involvement and commitment to community health. […]
Driven by Hope: CHP Champions a Drug-Free Future with Compassion and Action
Mental Health Stakeholders during a reflection meeting facilitated Samwel Maina, a Community Health Promoter from the Bondeni intervention area, noticed that one of the young people in his community was a drug addict. This is his narration. “From my observation, I noticed a young man in our community was into drug and substance abuse. The […]
Community Health Promoter Uses Diverse Skills to Heal and Uplift
Thomas Okumu,third on the right row (tall guy) ,behind the lady with the red T-shirt ,during a Team Building activity facilitated by MIDRIFT HURINET “As Thomas Okumu, I serve as a PFA provider in the Bondeni intervention area. This role has equipped me with the necessary skills and knowledge to address mental health issues. I […]
Bridging Hearts and Minds
Sphia during a team building activity facilitated by MIDRIFT HURINET “When I was deployed as a Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW), I had no training in Psychological First Aid (PFA). Thanks to MIDRIFT HURINET training, I can now address the Community’s needs and refer them for further interventions. I am now fairly conversant about matters […]
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 […]
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 […]