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Nyanza Initiative for Girls’ Education & Empowerment - NIGEE NIGEE envisions a society and a future of self-determining and self-reliant girls and women Florence Awuor, also of IRDO.

The idea of forming Nyanza Initiative for Girls Education and Empowerment (NIGEE) originated in 2011 from a handful of visionary staff working with Impact Research & Development Organization (IRDO), a local organization implementing HIV/AIDS interventions in Nyanza Province. The NIGEE was conceived by Dr Kawango Agot and anchored on IRDO’s Back to School activities coordinated by Ms. Dr. Kawango is an educationist and a strong advocate for girls’ and women’s education and empowerment

Happy Madaraka Day from all of us at Initiative For Girls' Education And Empowerment (NIGEE)! Today, we celebrate the ...
01/06/2026

Happy Madaraka Day from all of us at Initiative For Girls' Education And Empowerment (NIGEE)! Today, we celebrate the power of self governance, innovation and unity. As we honor the heroes who paved the way, let's reflect on the journey of our great nation and renew our commitment to building a prosperous, empowered and thriving Kenya for future generations

Today in Rangwe, Homa Bay: NIGEE held a Girls Forum with adolescent girls & young women on the Triple Threat. The energy...
30/05/2026

Today in Rangwe, Homa Bay: NIGEE held a Girls Forum with adolescent girls & young women on the Triple Threat.

The energy was amazing! Girls engaged, asked questions, and owned the conversation 💪

From us to you; Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating! 🌙✨As we mark Eid al-Adha, we celebrate the values of sacrifice, co...
27/05/2026

From us to you; Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating! 🌙✨

As we mark Eid al-Adha, we celebrate the values of sacrifice, compassion, generosity, and community. May this season bring peace, joy, and blessings to you and your loved ones.

Yesterday, 26/5/2026, stakeholders convened for the Quarterly Triple Threat TWG Meeting in Kisumu County to strengthen c...
27/05/2026

Yesterday, 26/5/2026, stakeholders convened for the Quarterly Triple Threat TWG Meeting in Kisumu County to strengthen coordination and accelerate action against teenage pregnancies, new HIV infections, and gender-based violence among young people.

The TWG meeting resolved to advance collective action on school retention, re-entry, and protection of adolescent girls and young people. Key discussions focused on the localization and implementation of the School Re-entry Circular, ensuring it translates into practical support at the community and school levels.

The meeting also highlighted the popularization of the Basic Education Learner Re-entry and Retention Tracking (BLRRT) Tool as a key mechanism for monitoring learner retention, supporting re-admission processes, and strengthening referral and follow-up systems for vulnerable adolescents.

Together with the National Council for Population and Development, Center for Reproductive Rights INUKA for Community ORG, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics Come Initiative, Health and Economic development strategy Organization (HEDSO) and Nyanza Initiative For Girls' Education And Empowerment (NIGEE), partners reaffirmed their commitment to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where every adolescent has the opportunity to learn, return, and thrive.

Nyanza Initiative for Girls’ Education & Empowerment - NIGEE welcomes the High Court of Kenya’s landmark decision in Pe...
25/05/2026

Nyanza Initiative for Girls’ Education & Empowerment - NIGEE welcomes the High Court of Kenya’s landmark decision in Petition E490/2025, affirming that adolescents should not be criminalized for consensual, non-coercive, and non-exploitative peer relationships.

This ruling marks an important step toward protecting adolescents’ rights, dignity, health, education, and best interests, while reinforcing the need for legal and policy reforms that uphold young people’s rights and well-being.

As organizations committed to advancing adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights (ASRHR), we recognize that the work continues. Ensuring implementation of this judgment and expanding young people’s access to information, services, and support without fear of stigma or criminalization remains critical.

Together with partners Center for Reproductive Rights and Health and economic development strategy organization -Hedso and fellow civil society actors, we remain committed to creating safer, more just environments where adolescents can thrive.

Reproductive Health Network Kenya,

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Meet Nyanza Initiative for Girls' Education and Empowerment (NIGEE).For over a decade, tumekuwa ground championing the r...
19/05/2026

Meet Nyanza Initiative for Girls' Education and Empowerment (NIGEE).

For over a decade, tumekuwa ground championing the rights of adolescent girls and young women through education, empowerment, and advocacy.

Madem wakiwin jamii inawin

Hello team.Today in Mogori Komasimo Village, Kuria West Subcounty, Migori county,we held a girls’ forum focused on tackl...
16/05/2026

Hello team.

Today in Mogori Komasimo Village, Kuria West Subcounty, Migori county,we held a girls’ forum focused on tackling the *Triple Threat*: HIV, teenage pregnancy, and gender-based violence.

Over *200 adolescent girls and young women* turned up, with 3 nearby schools bringing their students to join the conversation. Huge thanks to local stakeholders and school heads for standing with us and supporting this intervention.

The girls spoke openly — not just about the Triple Threat, but also about *child labor and FGM*, two challenges affecting them daily in the community. Creating safe spaces for these voices is how real change starts.

When girls are informed, heard, and empowered, entire communities move forward. 💪🏾

Happy Mother's Day to all mothers and mother figures whose love, strength, and dedication continue to shape families, co...
10/05/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all mothers and mother figures whose love, strength, and dedication continue to shape families, communities, and generations. Today, we celebrate and honor the invaluable role you play every day.

Today, we celebrate the dignity of work, the power of resilience, and the bright future we are building through educatio...
01/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the dignity of work, the power of resilience, and the bright future we are building through education and empowerment.
At NIGEE, we believe every girl deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully to society. From the classroom to the workplace, their potential is limitless.
To all the hardworking teachers, students, parents, and partners shaping the next generation — thank you for your labour of love.
Let’s keep creating opportunities and breaking barriers together.

With blessings from Luanda BMU, we closed our beach summit series STRONG! Today at Luanda Beach, Homabay County, 200+ ad...
22/04/2026

With blessings from Luanda BMU, we closed our beach summit series STRONG!

Today at Luanda Beach, Homabay County, 200+ adolescents & young people showed up for real conversations on the Triple Threat; HIV, teenage pregnancy & GBV.

From powerful awareness sessions to safe counselling spaces, our girls felt seen, heard, and supported. Their message? “We want MORE!”

This was our 4th and final beach summit. 4 beaches. 800+ young lives reached.

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Kisumu
CODE40100

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Monday 08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:30
Thursday 08:30 - 17:30
Friday 08:30 - 17:30

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