Hope 4 Women Center

07/05/2026

We had a townhall dialogue in Mkaomoto Ganda Ward,bringing together youths and young mothers to discuss the growing issue of femicide and violence against women and girls.

The discussion was guided by the alarming cases of femicide, reminding us of the urgent need to protect children and end gender-based violence in our communities.

Participants discussed the causes, warning signs, and impacts of femicide while encouraging early reporting, community responsibility and collective action to create safer spaces for women and girls.

Special thanks to Peace Brigades International - Kenya Project for supporting this important activity and standing with women rights defenders in the fight against femicide and injustice.
Kilifi Department of Gender, Culture and Social ServicesFaith to Action NetworkTuungane CBO KilifiUrgent Action Fund for Feminist ActivismOpen InstituteZamara FoundationThe Girl Generation

06/05/2026

Hope 4 Women Center is outraged by the brutal r**e and murder of eight year old Keziah. This is not just a tragedy it is a failure of systems meant to protect children.

We demand immediate action. Investigations must be swift, transparent, and uncompromising. Those responsible must be arrested and prosecuted without delay.

How many more children must suffer before decisive action is taken?

Keziah deserved safety. She deserved protection. She deserved a future.

We stand firmly with her family and all those grieving this painful loss. Their call for justice is our call too.

We join voices across the country under to demand accountability and an end to violence against children.

To duty bearers: protecting children is not optional. It is your responsibility.

To communities: speak up, report abuse, and refuse to stay silent. Silence enables violence.

Justice for Keziah must be immediate and
uncompromised.
HAKI AfricaPeace Brigades International - Kenya ProjectUsikimye Kilifi Department of Gender, Culture and Social ServicesOffice of the Director of Public Prosecutions Kenya

06/05/2026

24/04/2026

YOUR VOTE = YOUR FUTURE
That’s what one young man told us at our community dialogue:
‘Voting is important because I get to choose the leaders I want.’

He’s right. Here’s why your vote matters: It decides who manages your taxes - for schools, clinics and water. It decides who speaks for you - in the County Assembly and Parliament. It decides what opportunities come to your area - youth funds, jobs, projects.

Don’t sit this one out. An empty ballot box is a missed opportunity for Kilifi.

This dialogue was part of our ongoing civic engagement program to strengthen youth participation in democracy.
Peace Brigades International - Kenya ProjectForumCiv Eastern & Southern AfricaHAKI AfricaThe East African Centre for Human Rights - EACHRightsDefenders CoalitionFaith to Action NetworkRadishare KenyaArthur for Others Organization

11/04/2026

“I have a voter’s card, but I won’t vote. It doesn’t benefit me.”
Sound familiar?

Here’s the truth: When you don’t vote, someone else decides for you.
No clean water? No jobs? Poor services? Leaders are chosen by those who show up.

Your vote = Your power:
1. It’s your voice - The only legal way to choose who represents you.
2. It controls budgets - Roads, bursaries, hospitals start with the leader you elect.
3. Silence keeps things the same - Change starts at the ballot box.
4. Youth are the majority - When we vote in numbers, we can’t be ignored.

One vote has decided elections before. Don’t give away your power.

Register. Show up. Vote. Protect your future.
Peace Brigades International - Kenya ProjectBadili Africa AfricaSiasa PlaceForumCiv Eastern & Southern AfricaMuslims for Human Rights (MUHURI)

10/04/2026

Hope 4 Women Center in partnership with Peace Brigades International - Kenya Project convened a community dialogue in Mere Ganda ward focused on voter education and civic participation.

Key areas covered;
• Voter Education Process: Step-by-step guidance on eligibility, registration requirements, polling procedures and how to verify voter details.
• Importance of Voting: Highlighted how voting shapes leadership, service delivery and community development.
• Voter Rights: Right to register, vote freely, access polling stations and report irregularities without intimidation.
• Electoral Offenses: Detailed common offenses including bribery, voter impersonation, multiple registration, intimidation of voters and misuse of public resources during campaigns.

The dialogue sparked open discussion, with community members sharing challenges and committing to peaceful, informed participation. This initiative reflects our ongoing mission to build informed, responsible citizens who safeguard democracy at the grassroots.

Informed communities are powerful communities.Let’s register, vote and protect our democracy
HAKI AfricaSiasa Place Badili Tana InitiativeForumCiv Eastern & Southern Africa Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI) Defenders Coalition The East African Centre for Human Rights - EACHRights

08/04/2026

Hope 4 Women Center hosted an engaging session with youths from Metro Shella Ward, focusing on boosting civic awareness and encouraging participation.We stressed the significance of voter registration, empowering young people to shape their future and community decisions. Through interactive discussions and education, the youths were motivated to take part in democratic processes and understand their civic rights and responsibilities. This initiative showcases our commitment to nurturing informed, active citizens who drive positive change. We're dedicated to reaching more communities, bridging the gap between youth and civic engagement ,every voice counts and every vote matters!
Peace Brigades International - Kenya ProjectHAKI Africa Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI)Siasa PlaceForumCiv Eastern & Southern Africa

07/04/2026

Hope 4 Women Center, supported by Peace Brigades International - Kenya Project, hosted a sizzling Maandazi Meeting in Malindi Shella ward, the monthly gathering brought together Kilifi toolkit organizers to update on security incidents, townhalls,share peer learning experiences on voter education and boost civic engagement. Empowering communities, amplifying voices!

01/04/2026

We participated in a 3-day training for Women Human Rights Defenders from Nairobi and Kilifi, supported by Peace Brigades International - Kenya Project focused on strengthening capacity to promote peaceful civic engagement and electoral participation. Key areas covered: Kenya's electoral framework, civic space, citizens' rights during elections, conflict analysis, and early warning signs. Equipping defenders with skills to champion peaceful elections and amplify women's voices.

10/02/2026

Empowering our girls, protecting our future.we Hope 4 Women Center in partnership with Peace Brigades International - Kenya Project under the toolkit organizers initiative conducted a community dialogue at Ganda Ward, Mashamba, with young girls and young mothers, discussing the Sexual Offences Act and how we can work together to create a safer community for all.Let's break the silence and build a culture of respect and support

06/02/2026