Network Empowering Samburu Transformation-NEST

10/03/2026

Honored to join the First Lady, the CEC for Gender, and other leaders in Samburu’s International Women’s Day celebrations.

I spoke about the urgent need to address Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in our communities. Violence against women and girls has no place in Samburu.

Ending GBV requires all of us, leaders, elders, men, women, and youth. When a community stands together, change becomes possible.

Let us raise our voices, protect our daughters, and build a Samburu where every woman lives with dignity and safety.

Together, we must and we will end GBV.
Indigenous Women Council-KenyaSamburu Women Trust Kenya Indigenous Youth NetworkNAAPU Indigenous Women Fund Akili DadaSilvana Lesuuda

18/02/2026

Launch of the Naapu Indigenous Women-Led feminist Fund.

18/02/2026

This is a great milestone for the Indigenous Women.

18/02/2026

NEST is proud to be part of the launch of the NAAPU Fund ,the first indigenous women-led feminist philanthropic fund, designed by women for women.

This powerful feminist fund, rooted in trust and community, is dedicated to strengthening grassroots indigenous women’s movements. The launch, hosted by Samburu Women Trust and funded by Comic Relief, marks an important step toward resourcing women-led initiatives that are transforming communities from the ground up.

The NAAPU Fund will be a great boost to grassroots organizations, providing flexible, accessible support that enables them to sustain their work, amplify indigenous women’s voices, and deepen community-led solutions where they matter most.
Network Empowering Samburu Transformation-NESTIndigenous Women Council-Kenya

05/02/2026

We invite you to join fellow champions, specialists, and survivors on X Space tonight.
On this International Day of Zero Tolerance to FGM, we amplify lived experiences, community-led solutions, and courageous leadership driving change from within.
Let’s change the narrative.

They lead. They are changing the narrative.

On this International Day of Zero Tolerance to FGM, Samburu Women Trust comes together to amplify lived experiences, community-led solutions, and courageous leadership working to end FGM.

Join the voices stretching their hands beyond their limits in driving change from within communities.Backle up for an enticing engagement on the eve of the International Day For Zero Tolerance To FGM.

https://x.com/i/spaces/1eaJbjgmjaYJX

Jane Meriwas Hsc Jane Meriwas Sula Denah Lolkirik Flo Rapayo Resi Reshunga Indigenous Women Council-Kenya Samburu County Government American Jewish World Service - AJWS NAAPU Indigenous Women Fund Voices Of Hope CBO Samburu fans Silvana Lesuuda Network Empowering Samburu Transformation-NEST

05/02/2026

We invite you to join fellow champions, specialists and survivors on X Space tonight.
On this International Day of Zero Tolerance to FGM, we amplify lived experiences, community-led solutions, and courageous leadership driving change from within.
Let’s change the narrative.

As the global community comes together to end Female Ge***al Mutilation (FGM), informed and meaningful dialogue remains a powerful driver of change against this harmful cultural practice. In commemoration of the International Day of Zero Tolerance to FGM, join this important conversation hosted by a panel of experts as they share insights, experiences, and pathways toward eradication.

Samburu Women Trust Network Empowering Samburu Transformation-NEST Nasieku Letipila Samburu Newsflash

08/08/2025

Day 2 of celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Indigenous Women’s Council.
10 years, 10,000+ voices honoring the powerful journey of Indigenous Women and Girls.
A legacy of resilience, leadership and impact.

Indigenous Women Council-Kenya
Kenya Indigenous Youth Network
Samburu Women Trust

07/08/2025

What a powerful moment in history!
It is the 10th Anniversary Conference of the National Indigenous Women Council. Today, we honour the courage, unity, and unstoppable spirit of Indigenous women who continue to rise, lead, and transform their communities together.
Indigenous Women Council-Kenya
Samburu Women Trust

24/07/2025

Gathered in Addis Ababa for a powerful African Chefs Gathering and Policy Convening on African Food Systems,bringing together 140 participants from 50 African countries.

At the heart of the discussions is the call for food sovereignty, the right of African people to define and control their own food systems rooted in indigenous knowledge, culture, and biodiversity.

The campaign, led by civil society voices across the continent, boldly affirms that African food is not only nutritious and diverse, but also deeply political. It’s about reclaiming food systems, protecting seeds, supporting small-scale farmers, and resisting industrial models that threaten Africa’s food heritage.

Hosted by the Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA), this gathering is more than an event, it’s a movement. ✊🏾🌱

Indigenous Women Council-KenyaKenya Indigenous Youth NetworkSamburu Women TrustKoibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network- KOWYN

19/07/2025

The Secretary for Minorities and Marginalized Affairs Unit in the Executive Office of the President, Hon. Josphat Lowoi, OGW, officially opened a two-day workshop in Naivasha focused on developing a Zero Draft Policy for Minorities and Marginalized Communities in Kenya.

The workshop brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from the Minorities and Marginalized Affairs Unit-MMAU the World Bank MPIDO - Mainyoito Pastoralists Integrated Development Organization The National Gender and Equality Commission-Kenya Economic Transformation Secretariat Law Reform Commission, Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Office of the Head of Public Service, and Indigenous Peoples’ representatives. Together, they worked to harmonize contributions toward a policy document that will address the distinct needs and rights of Minority and Marginalized Communities in Kenya.

The policy is essential in providing a structured framework to redress the historical exclusion of minority and marginalized populations. It aims to secure their meaningful inclusion in governance, development planning, and national decision-making. Ultimately, it serves as a tool for promoting equity, justice, and inclusive growth for all communities in Kenya.
Indigenous Women Council-Kenya Samburu Women Trust Kenya Indigenous Youth Network

17/07/2025

Youth is the foundation where vision, voice, and impact begin.

Ahead of the IWC 10th Anniversary,Samburu Women Trust hosted an Indigenous Youth Dialogue , creating space for young people to connect, share lived experiences, and shape conversations that reflect their realities.

Often left out of decision-making, indigenous youth are now stepping forward not just to be heard, but to lead, influence, and drive change.

17/07/2025

In preparation for the 10th National Indigenous Women’s Conference and the IWC’s 10-year celebration Samburu Women Trustand the Indigenous Women Council-Kenya brought bringing together Indigenous women leaders and IPOs for a focused strategy dialogue.

This pre-conference gathering is amplifying voices from the grassroots and surfacing pressing concerns like:
• Education barriers facing girls
• Lack of financial support for community-led IPOs
• Continued sidelining of women in decision making on land and leadership

The conversations are paving the way for an inclusive, community-rooted agenda ahead of the August convenings.