Nerry Oderah

The heavy rains and flooding experienced across Nairobi have brought significant human, social, and economic hardship. Many citizens are grappling with the loss of loved ones, displacement, disrupted livelihoods, and emotional distress caused by the crisis. At Inuka Kenya Ni Sisi!, we recognize the profound emotional and psychological toll that disasters such as flooding can have on individuals and communities. During moments of crisis, safety is not only physical but also emotional. Disasters often trigger the body’s natural stress response as it tries to protect itself from danger and uncertainty. Understanding how our minds and bodies react to stress can help citizens approach recovery with compassion and patience. When people experience flooding, loss, or displacement, the body may activate what is commonly known as the fight, flight, or freeze response. This biological reaction releases stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol to prepare the body to respond to danger. As a result, some people may feel fatigue, headaches, difficulty sleeping, anxiety, irritability, or trouble concentrating. Others may feel emotionally numb, overwhelmed, or constantly alert. These reactions are normal responses to abnormal and stressful situations. Recognizing this is important because it helps reduce self-judgment and encourages emotional healing. In such challenging times, small but meaningful actions can support recovery. Taking time to rest, practice slow breathing, stay connected with others, and seek support when needed can help regulate the body and restore emotional balance during and after the crisis. For pyschosocial support for civic actors, kindly reach out to us through: kenya@eawellnesshub.org or Info@inukakenya.com. For other refferal pathways click the link below: nisisikenya.org/programmes/wel… Here are some tips that can help during this tough times. #Flooding #Nairobi #Singapore #Sakaja @EAWellness @kawive

Engaging boys to stop Violence, A Step by Step guide for initiating social changes @GBVcommittee @thekhrc @UhaiWetu

Biggest number of GBV perpetrators being male. Engaging male and capacity building on being champions of ending GBV and being in front line will reduce the cases. We are greatful for the opportunity supported by @UNDPKenya . @thekhrc @UhaiWetu @GBVcommittee @thekhrc #PLEADYetu

...power dynamics in relationships, childhood traumas and its impact on adult behaviour and tools for addressing unresolved trauma. This program is a collaboration between the Social Justice Centers GBV Committee and @thekhrc under the PLEAD program, supported by @UNDPKenya

1/3 thread Yesterday marked the completion of week two of our Male Capacity Building Workshop on GBV, with sessions held in Dandora on Wednesday and Kawangware on Thursday. This week’s focus was Module 2, which explored the root causes of GBV,including traditional masculinity...

#phase two of Program for Legal Empowerment and Aid Delivery (PLEAD) a program by @UNDPKenya happening now @Dandora

It's always a privilege to be part of such an informative Male Capacity building workshop on GBV, phase two of PIEAD supported by UNDP. @thekhrc @UNDPKenya @GBVcommittee @UhaiWetu

I am happy to be a part of this transformative process where we not only empower men to be advocates for eliminating gender based violence within their communities, but to also embrace positive masculinity and openly talk about challenges they have experienced in addressing GBV

📣It's time to break the silence and take a stand! 📣 Today marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign to end violence against women and girls. In Kenya, we face a sobering reality: rising cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide continue to rob countless women and girls of their safety, dignity, and lives. These injustices demand urgent action.Ending violence against women and girls requires a collective effort from all sectors of society. Stay tuned as we roll out activities and campaigns throughout this period to champion a safer, more equitable Kenya. ✊✊ #16DaysOfActivism #EndGBV #EndFemicide

We are at the SVRI 2024. Joining researchers, activists & policymakers from around the world. The forum offers an opportunity to learn more about #advancingResearchoonVAWG & #WhatWorks to prevent violence- Core focus of CREAWs VAWG Programme

Search for Common Ground Kenya trained the CREAW team as Trainers of Trainers (ToTs) on preventing and responding to Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence (TFGBV) with the goal of making online spaces safer in a way that reduced the prevalence of #TFGBV.

This is under the Leading Online Gender Inclusive Networks (LOGIN) project that aims at fostering an environment conducive to effective and sustainable prevention against and responses to #TFGBV in Kenya and Burundi.

CREAW is currently conducting a training for Court Users committee on prevention and response strategies focusing on adjudication of SGBV laws with the support of UN-Women. 'Wajibika na Unawiri' focuses on Safeguarding the Rights of SGBV survivors through Access to Justice

I cannot keep quiet...when my organization is doing this awesome work. Congratulations @CREAWKenya @Wwangechi_leah @Eve_Apondi @mercyjelimo @CikandaMwadala @owuor_moses @MailuCatherine @KijanaMsafi9 @kaeldenise @njambie @AWangatiah

🎉🎉🎉Such a wonderful way to wrap up the IWD celebrations in Embu. We are excited to be honored with the Trailblazer Award from the @gender_ke for our efforts in gender equality and women empowerment. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2024 #InvestInWomen

Earlier today, in collaboration with @gender_ke we co-hosted a consultative forum on establishment of shelters & protection centres. Happy to see concrete resolutions on legal, policy,guidelines, budgeting. Hopefully, the UNMET needs of shelters in Kenya can be addressed.

Day 2 of 2 of @CREAWKenya facilitating a TWG training of Kibra sub County. The mental wellbeing of the survivor is taken into account to ensure that they make informed decisions with regard to their cases. #survivorcentred

CREAW is currently training members of Kibera Sub_County TWG on survivor centered approach to promote effective response and prevention of SGBV cases. This training also emphasizes mental wellness both for the survivor and the stakeholders

Tuko site. We are responding to all matters related to GBV.

Good work @Eve_Apondi. This training will indeed enhance effective service delivery for the women and girls who need it