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KECOSCE is a Kenyan NGO that is working to reduce insecurity, promote peaceful coexistence, rule of law and economic livelihoods of our communities @kecosce

Pembeni road, Nyali Msa, Kenya Katılım Şubat 2011
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Women have convened localized Peace and Security forums in line with the KNAPIII and explored avenues for enhancing their Participation, and Protection efforts as well as harm Prevention and Rescuing survivors of climate induced conflicts and violent extremism in Tana River. These efforts are been coordinated by Working Groups formed by KECOSCE under the #KCERP in partnership with @tendasasa through @theGCERF support. There is now a grassroot movement for women who are inclusively responding to local drivers to violent extremism while driving local resilience
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In Tana River, Education stakeholders convened under the Together for Religious Freedoms (ToFORB) Project with support from @SFCG_Kenya have discussed Policy recommendations for enhancing Freedom of Religion and Belief in the Education sector Deliberations explored strategies for harmonizing School Uniforms with religious attire such as the Hijab, equipping learning institutions with spaces and amenities for expressing religious practices such as prayers, eradication of stereotypes and prejudice and enhancing recruitment of Teachers Religious Education Stakeholders reinforced the need for balanced allocation of bursaries for all learners. Compliant handling procedures were highlighted by the @KenyasOmbudsman. A joint communique on the resolution was developed and issued to duty bearers and the media
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In response, security agencies intensified patrols, made arrests, and initiated investigations, while community structures such as barazas and policing committees were activated to de-escalate tensions. IPOA engagement on police accountability and KWS interventions on human-wildlife conflict compensation also contributed to response efforts. While 33% of cases were resolved, a significant number remain active or under follow-up. The situation remains medium-high risk, with a likelihood of escalation if underlying grievances—particularly economic hardship, governance gaps, and youth vulnerability—are not urgently addressed through coordinated prevention and response measures.
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@KECOSCE continue to monitor conflicts in the coastal region. This week, the region recorded rising insecurity and social tension, with 18 incidents reported, including crime and violence, political tensions, police excesses, and resource-based conflicts. Key concerns included 3 fatalities, increased gang activity, land invasions, drug proliferation affecting youth, and emerging Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) sensitivities in Tana River. Political grievances linked to the rising cost of living and fuel prices further fueled public frustration and polarization. These trends point to weakening social cohesion, growing public distrust in institutions, and heightened vulnerability to radicalization and violent extremism.
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@KECOSCE is documenting key achievements of the #ToFoRB project @SFCG_Kenya through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), engaging youth, religious leaders, and state actors to capture real stories of change on Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB), collaboration, and community resilience. The project has made significant strides in empowering stakeholders with skills to report and address FoRB issues, strengthening multi-faith coalitions, and enhancing trust and collaboration between communities, security, and justice actors. These conversations also highlight increased awareness of FoRB rights, respect for diversity, and a growing commitment to peaceful coexistence. #ToFoRB #FoRB #Peacebuilding #EWER #TanaRiver
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Today we have engaged County level stakeholders and independent commissions; County Security and Intelligence Committee, County Executive Committee members, civil society, religious leaders, members of the Fourth Estate, @SFCG_Kenya @KenyasOmbudsman on drumming up support for Policy, Institutional and administrative reforms towards the realization of Freedom of Religion and Belief and the enjoyment of Human Rights in Tana River County. Discussions dissected the dimensions in which Human-Wildlife interactions manifest in conflicts that leave marginalized communities disgruntled and resentful. While the conflicts are largely resource-based the intersection with Political and religious identities exacerbate deep-seated grievances; including delayed and disproportionate compensation of affected persons, Duty Bearer overreach and Administrative Malpractice The engagement has drawn policy recommendations and key institutional reforms that stakeholders will pursue and fast track towards realization of Justice and protection of Human Rights in Tana River County
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@KECOSCE Quarterly Newsletter Update (Jan–March 2026) This Quarter, KECOSCE strengthened community resilience by empowering youth, women, and leaders in peacebuilding, human rights, and PVE. Improved collaboration with government, security actors, and civil society enhanced trust, coordination, and early warning systems. These efforts are driving inclusion and sustainable, community-led solutions for peaceful communities. 📷 Building stronger, safer, and more united communities. For more, read here; shorturl.at/dAjV9 #KECOSCE #Peacebuilding #CommunityResilience #SocialCohesion @tendasasa
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The #GenderSectorStatisticsPlan 2024–2028 and the 47 Counties Gender Data Sheets have been officially launched. These tools will help counties make evidence-based decisions to close gender gaps and strengthen accountability. Scan the QR code or click on knbs.or.ke/reports/gender…
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Day 2 of #WomenCount Phase III We are spotlighting how #Kenya’s leadership can drive stronger gender data systems, partnerships & action across East & Southern Africa 🔴 Join live: youtube.com/live/gUic6fBKt… #WomenCount #MoreThanNumbers #GenderData More: africa.unwomen.org/en/digital-lib…

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Encouraging progress 👏 Strong unity and commitment to peace in Tana Delta. Great to see collaboration and positive steps forward.
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@KECOSCE, with funding from @GCERF through @tendasasa, held a robust engagement forum bringing on board Tana Delta Sub_County Security team including KWS, Agriculture officers, Sub_County Administrator with community leaders including Religious leaders, Youth, Women, Council of elders, community structures and PWDs on preventing violent extremism. The forum provided a safe space for community leaders to dialogue, share information and raise some key security and community concerns including increase of human_Wildlife conflicts, drug abuse and theft, emerging juvenile groupings in Minjila and Garsen. Feedback on the progress on the localization of WPS, formation of #Jasiri villages and efforts taken by youth and local structures in preventing violent extremism was presented. The security team and County government shared their feedback and committed to adress the issues raised and further, committing to support efforts on preventing VE including support to WPS and youth efforts. Sub_County action plan and road map to address key concerns was developed. @NCTC_Kenya @Phyllis_Muema @Tanariver004

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@KECOSCE, with funding from @GCERF through @tendasasa, held a robust engagement forum bringing on board Tana Delta Sub_County Security team including KWS, Agriculture officers, Sub_County Administrator with community leaders including Religious leaders, Youth, Women, Council of elders, community structures and PWDs on preventing violent extremism. The forum provided a safe space for community leaders to dialogue, share information and raise some key security and community concerns including increase of human_Wildlife conflicts, drug abuse and theft, emerging juvenile groupings in Minjila and Garsen. Feedback on the progress on the localization of WPS, formation of #Jasiri villages and efforts taken by youth and local structures in preventing violent extremism was presented. The security team and County government shared their feedback and committed to adress the issues raised and further, committing to support efforts on preventing VE including support to WPS and youth efforts. Sub_County action plan and road map to address key concerns was developed. @NCTC_Kenya @Phyllis_Muema @Tanariver004
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@NCTC_Kenya @Horninstitute @IGAD_CEPCVE @unwomenkenya @NGECKenya @nscsecretariat @gender_ke @AMPLIFY_Girls @KECOSCE @Phyllis_Muema @AnneNyabera @mercycorps @FinlandOslo @FinlandinKenya @SwedeninKE @HungaryinKenya @FranceinKenya @USEmbKenyaCoast
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Women in Tana River county have for many years taken leadership roles in #peaceandsecurity @SDG16, @AustriasLevins and have become pillars of #resilience. however their inclusion in formal decision making is minimal. @kecosce with support from @theGCERF @tendasasa are implementing the #kcerp project aimed at #pcve and promoting the role of women in PCVE and localisation of @KNAPIII @unresolution 1325 in the County.

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Women in Tana River county have for many years taken leadership roles in #peaceandsecurity @SDG16, @AustriasLevins and have become pillars of #resilience. however their inclusion in formal decision making is minimal. @kecosce with support from @theGCERF @tendasasa are implementing the #kcerp project aimed at #pcve and promoting the role of women in PCVE and localisation of @KNAPIII @unresolution 1325 in the County.
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Women have convened localized Peace and Security forums in line with the KNAPIII and explored avenues for enhancing their Participation, and Protection efforts as well as harm Prevention and Rescuing survivors of climate induced conflicts and violent extremism in Tana River. These efforts are been coordinated by Working Groups formed by KECOSCE under the #KCERP in partnership with @tendasasa through @theGCERF support. There is now a grassroot movement for women who are inclusively responding to local drivers to violent extremism while driving local resilience

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Women have convened localized Peace and Security forums in line with the KNAPIII and explored avenues for enhancing their Participation, and Protection efforts as well as harm Prevention and Rescuing survivors of climate induced conflicts and violent extremism in Tana River. These efforts are been coordinated by Working Groups formed by KECOSCE under the #KCERP in partnership with @tendasasa through @theGCERF support. There is now a grassroot movement for women who are inclusively responding to local drivers to violent extremism while driving local resilience
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@SFCG_Kenya @KenyasOmbudsman @tendasasa @GCERF @NCTC_Kenya @Phyllis_Muema @Tanariver004 @Horninstitute