VOPA

𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐇𝐀-𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐃 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟑 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤-𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰, 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 & 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚, 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚 Over the past week, #BORESHA-NABAD consortium teams convened in Dollow, Somalia and Mandera, Kenya for the programme’s Year 3 kick-off meetings, bringing together teams working across the Somalia–Ethiopia and Kenya clusters. The sessions brought together programme teams from the Danish Refugee Council (Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia), @RACIDA_Ngo (Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia), @Vopa_K, and @WFPD_CBO. The meetings provided an important opportunity to reflect on progress to date and align teams on priorities for the programme’s final phase. Discussions focused on developing a clear 18-month implementation roadmap, reviewing indicator gaps, strengthening coordination across thematic areas, and identifying strategic communication and visibility opportunities for the coming months. Programme teams also worked to align work plans, budgets, and reporting processes to ensure implementation remains coordinated, efficient, and responsive to community needs across the borderlands.

As #BORESHA-NABAD moves into its final phase, focusing on sustainability will be critical to consolidating gains and delivering sustainable outcomes for communities across the Mandera Triangle.

#BORESHANABAD #BorderlandsResilience #DevelopmentCoordination #HornOfAfrica

Day 3 of the #PeerLearningExchange focused on results mapping, policy advocacy, donor priorities & sustainability beyond #PLEAD. Partners shared lessons from Garissa, Mandera & Wajir and agreed on next steps for lasting collaboration. @UNDPKenya @VOPA_Horn @KeshoAlliance

3/4: The day featured field visits to inua Dada mediation centre in Marsabit & Radio jangwani, knowledge exchange and reflections on building sustainable peace & resilience. Gratitude to @caritasmarsabit & @InuaDada @UNDPKenya @amkeniwakenya for hosting this insightful session.

2/4: VOPA joined partners across the Northern region to explore best practices in alternative justice systems (AJS), mediation and community-driven justice systems.

1/4: Day 1: UNDP Amkeni Wakenya Northern Region Peer Learning & Experiential Field Visit-Marsabit County Theme: “Bridging Justice and Community Resilience: Local Solutions, Shared Learning & Sustainability Beyond PLEAD.

4/4: Gratitude to @caritasmarsabit & @InuaDada @UNDPKenya @EU_Commission @amkeniwakenya for hosting this insightful session.

2/4: VOPA joined partners across the Northern region to explore best practices in alternative justice systems (AJS), mediation and community-driven justice systems.

The school community expressed heartfelt appreciation for the generous support extended by FCDO and EDT, noting that the devices will significantly enhance digital learning, communication support, and inclusive education for learners at the institution.

EDT Program Managers, TL INSPIRED, parents’ representatives, and the Deputy Head of Institution, among others.

We are glad to have hosted the County Early Childhood Education Committees (CECEC) meeting on Nov 5 at Amara Resort with Mandera County Government. Focus: INSPIRED Program, ECD updates & KISE partnership building a strong foundation for early learning.📚 @edtvoice @FCDO @Mandera

4/4 Led by @VOPAKenya in Mandera and in partnership with @EduDevTrust and @AKF, with funding from @FCDO, the programme aims to reach 200,000 children in Kenya’s marginalized ASAL areas. This initiative ensures that #NoChildIsLeftBehind. #VOPAImpact

3/4 The INSPIRED Programme focuses on delivering professional development for teachers, providing teaching and learning materials to ECE centres, and strengthening county-level leadership and quality assurance capabilities in early childhood education.

1/4 @Vopa_K is excited to launch a 6-day Teacher Professional Devt training for the ECE dept. in Mandera under the #INSPIRED programme. This initiative, in collaboration with the @EDTvoice & @AKF_EA is designed to enhance foundational learning for 100,000 children across ASAL

The BORESHA-NABAD Consortium partners from @drckenya, @DRCSomalia, @DRC_ngo Ethiopia, @RACIDAofficial (Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia), @Vopa_K, and @WFPD_CBO convened in Mandera for a two-day planning session to strategise for 2025. The partners embraced a clustered implementation approach to enhance activity sequencing, boost coordination, and foster synergy in interventions for increased efficiency and impact.

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VOPA has facilitated a three-day NRM training for the ward level climate change committee in Elwak. This training is aimed to educate and empower ward climate committees from Elwak North and Elwak South, focusing on climate change adaptation strategies.

Today VOPA convened a meeting for County Steering Groups (CSG) chaired by county commissioner of Mandera to introduce the new INSPIRED program. This initiative aims to enhance communities and ensure equitable educational opportunities across the region.

Through INSPIRED PROGRAMME funded by FCDO ,VOPA conducted a 3 days ECD training for all sub-counties teachers in Mandera.Our Main goal is to improve the foundation learning skills for Kenya Children including of the most marginalized and vulnerable children in the ASALs

2/2 As our CEO aptly said, ‘Trees are more than just a part of our landscape—they’re the lifeblood of our planet.’ 🌳 We will support 10 individuals to water and nurture these trees over the coming 3 months, creating income opportunities. #Sustainability #YouthEmpowerment

1/2 Under the @BORESHAHoA consortium, we are thrilled to support tree planting in 10 schools across 4 sub-counties of Mandera. This initiative empowers students to lead in environmental stewardship and build a greener future. 🌿 #GreenMandera #ClimateAction