Voices of Women in Western Kenya

This was a powerful call to action; raising awareness, amplifying voices, & demanding justice for the precious lives lost. Let's continue to stand strong & speak out against GBV. Together, we can make a difference. #TotalShutdownKe #EndFemicideKe #JusticeForWomen

Standing united with women nationwide, we actively participated in the #TotalShutDownKE march. #EndFemicideKE

Femicide is a painful reality, but together we can be a powerful force for change. We stand together in solidarity against this heinous crime and advocate for justice, equality, and a world where women are valued, protected, and celebrated. #EndFemicideKE #TotalShutDownKE

At VOWWEK, we believe in supporting initiatives that uplift and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. Together, let's empower our youth and pave the way for a brighter future

As part of the community impact engagement, career choices, entrepreneurship, sexual health education, and mental health were the topics of discussion.

Today, @vowwek took part in an incredible Youth Empowerment Summit organized by the Ciala Resort Foundation. The foundation's mission revolves around empowering the youth, placing a strong emphasis on nurturing self-esteem, confidence, and leadership skills.

Tune in to @RadioNamLolwe tomorrow Friday 8th December from 8 am as we have a conversation on access to justice and mental well-being for survivors of GBV #16DaysOfActivismAgainstGBV #JusticeForAll

LBQ women have been left out of HIV research and prevention strategies and programs because of the failure to recognize and appreciate that women's social and behavioral complexities are not the same. #WorldAIDSDay2023 #StopHIVStigma

@Kenyajudiciary It was an honor to stand with our community, offering vital resources and expertise during these 16 days of activism against GBV. Together, we're working towards a safer, more just society for all. #16DaysOfActivism #UnitedtoEndGBV

Experts from @Kenyajudiciary , county lands department, social justice centers, & VOWWEK paralegals came together to offer legal counsel & support. They engaged with community members, providing guidance on a wide range of issues and offering advice at our legal aid desk.

@vowwek, with support from the @ArcusLGBTQ & in partnership with @CSONetwork, held a legal aid clinic at Kolunga Primary School. This initiative was part of the launch of the 16 days of activism against GBV in Kisumu County on November 24th, 2023.

#16DaysOfActivism #OrangeTheWorld

@EliteLbq @UdadaImara @INENDorg @Kenyajudiciary @KenyaPolice3 Having a holistic approach to addressing IPV was also a recommendation from the judiciary. “It is important to have a holistic approach in the fight against intimate partner violence" Hon Onyango, Chief Magistrate Kisumu Law Court

@EliteLbq @UdadaImara @INENDorg @Kenyajudiciary @KenyaPolice3 Some of the key recommendations were the importance of having mental health to be part of the County budgets & advocating for the employment of more mental health service providers in Government Hospitals.

IPV is not just a result but also a cause of mental instability.

This is just the beginning of a journey toward positive change. We're immensely proud of our paralegals and their unwavering dedication to making a real difference in the lives of others.

At the conclusion of this enlightening training, our paralegals enthusiastically committed themselves to applying their newfound knowledge. They developed action plans, tailored to address the specific needs of their communities.

@vowwek with support from the @ArcusLGBTQ held a 3-day paralegal training session bringing together 14 individuals comprising VOWWEK members, community health practitioners, and social justice center representatives from Nyando, Muhoroni, Nyakach, and Kisumu Central sub-counties.