International Centre for Reproductive Health -Kenya - ICRHK

12/08/2026

Every young person deserves to grow, learn and build their future in a safe environment, free from sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). Yet, many young people continue to experience violence and harmful gender norms.
Ending starts with challenging harmful norms, promoting respect and consent, speaking up against violence, and supporting survivors.
At , we believe young people have a powerful role to play in creating safer and more equal communities.
This , let’s move from awareness to action and work together towards a future free from SGBV.
Speak up. Support survivors. Be part of the change.

12/08/2026

📍 We're Hiring: Reproductive Health Advisor (Nairobi-based) 📣

is looking for an experienced, evidence-based Reproductive Health Advisor to provide clinical and technical leadership across our full RMNCAH portfolio: family planning, maternal and newborn health, adolescent SRH, and HIV/STI services.

If you're passionate about strengthening reproductive health systems and improving service quality across multiple counties in Kenya, we'd love to hear from you.
📩 Apply now: https://careers.icrhk.org/careers/vacancies
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10/08/2026

It's holiday time, but in 20 primary schools across County, something different is happening.
Instead of just playing outside, children aged 10–14 are gathering in circles, asking questions they've never had space to ask before: What are my rights? What do I do if I feel unsafe? Whom can I turn to?
This is the Project in action.
Through interactive sessions on child rights, child protection, and abuse prevention, we are not just teaching children; we are listening to them. Creating safe spaces where they can speak up, share their experiences, and learn from one another without fear or judgment.
And it doesn't stop there. Some of these children are stepping into a new role: educators. Trained to carry this knowledge back to their classmates, their schools, their communities, turning what they've learned into a ripple effect of protection that reaches far beyond these sessions.
Because when children know their rights, they don't just protect themselves. They protect each other.
This holiday, 20 schools. Hundreds of children. One goal: a safer Kwale County for every child.

07/08/2026

was pleased to join colleagues from across the family planning sector for a three-day consultative meeting from 3rd to 5th August 2026, convened by the National Council for Population and Development (NCPD) with support from UNFPA to develop a joint memorandum for submission to the Social Health Authority's Benefits Package and Tariffs Advisory Panel (BPTAP).
The discussions reinforced the importance of ensuring that family planning is recognised as a comprehensive, essential health service within Kenya's health financing architecture. Through collaboration, technical expertise, and shared commitment, stakeholders worked towards a unified advocacy position to strengthen access to quality family planning services for all.
We are proud to have contributed to this important process and look forward to continued collaboration to advance evidence-informed advocacy for family planning and support stronger, more equitable health systems in Kenya.

06/08/2026

A baby’s first story begins in the arms of a mother.
The first hour is crucial!
The months that follow matter too. Exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months provides babies with the nutrition, hydration, and protection they need to grow healthy and strong. However, mothers cannot do it alone.
They need skilled healthcare providers, supportive families, breastfeeding-friendly workplaces, and communities that stand with them every step of the way.
At , through the Okoa Mama na Mtoto Initiative (OMMI), we are working with partners to strengthen maternal and newborn health systems, improve the quality of care, and ensure every mother has the support she needs because healthier mothers mean healthier babies, stronger families, and thriving communities.
This World Breastfeeding Week, let's move beyond awareness to action. Together, we can create an environment where every mother is supported to give every child the healthiest possible start in life.
💙 Support breastfeeding. Support mothers. Support healthier futures.

05/08/2026

🌱 Some stories begin long before a hospital admission.
They begin with a girl. 👧🏾 Sitting in a classroom, helping at home, laughing with friends, and dreaming about her future. 💭✨
For too many girls, that story changes long before they are ready. By the time they arrive at a maternity ward, countless opportunities to support, protect, and empower them have already been missed. 💔
🤝 Maternal health is not only about safe delivery. It is about reaching girls earlier with honest conversations, quality education, supportive communities, youth-friendly health services, and policies that protect their futures.
Because before she is a mother, she is a girl. 💜
📖 Read Melanie Olum's latest opinion on why Kenya must reach every girl before the delivery bed.
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/evewoman/health/article/2001554485/teenage-pregnancy-is-a-prevention-failure-not-just-a-health-issue

Teenage pregnancy is a prevention failure, not just a health issue

01/08/2026

Heavy periods? Pelvic pain? Frequent urination? A feeling of pressure in your lower abdomen?
These could be signs of uterine fibroids, one of the common causes of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB). Although are usually non-cancerous, they can have a significant impact on a woman's health, quality of life, and reproductive well-being.
Understanding the signs is the first step toward getting the right care. If you're experiencing persistent or unusual symptoms, don't ignore them. Consult a qualified healthcare provider for an assessment and appropriate treatment.
Watch this short video to learn more about uterine fibroids and why early diagnosis matters.

31/07/2026

📍We're Hiring!
Ready to help shape the future of STI care and health data in Kenya?
At ICRHK, we're looking for an experienced M&E Advisor – HIV & STI to strengthen how we track, measure, and respond to STIs nationally, working closely with the Ministry of Health to support the shift toward smarter, diagnostic-based care.
📍 Location: Nairobi
✅ What we're looking for:
- Master's degree in M&E, Public Health, Health Informatics, or related field
- 7+ years' experience in M&E for public health programs,
- Experience with DHIS2, KHIS, Taifa Care, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
- Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills
Apply here: https://careers.icrhk.org/careers/vacancies

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30/07/2026

, through the Okoa Mama na Mtoto Initiative , together with our OMMI partner, Fountain of Hope , paid a courtesy call on the Garissa County Director of Health to strengthen collaboration towards improved Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) outcomes.
The meeting highlighted key milestones the county has achieved, including the upcoming operationalization of a 250-bed Mother and Child Unit, expanded human resource capacity, strengthened health infrastructure, and increased ambulance services to improve access to quality care.
These investments reflect Garissa County's commitment to building a stronger, more resilient health system that serves women, newborns, children, and vulnerable populations, including refugee communities.
Through , I remains committed to supporting county-led efforts that accelerate progress in maternal, newborn, and child health by strengthening health systems, fostering partnerships, and advancing equitable access to quality care.
Together, we are building healthier futures for every mother and every child.

29/07/2026

is pleased to announce that Simon Mwangi, our Senior Program Officer, will present his research at the , one of the world's premier scientific conferences on HIV and AIDS.
His accepted poster presentation, Abstract AS-AIDS-2026-09546, is titled:
"Knowledge of HIV/STI Prevention and Its Relationship to Access and Utilization of HIV Prevention Services Among Young Female S*x Workers and Transgender Youth in Kilifi County, Kenya."
The study examines how knowledge of and prevention influences access to and uptake of HIV prevention services among young key populations in Kilifi County. By generating evidence from these underserved populations, the research contributes to a deeper understanding of the barriers and opportunities for strengthening equitable, person-centered HIV prevention programmes. The findings have important implications for policy, programming, and service delivery aimed at improving health outcomes for key populations.
Presentation Details
📅 Thursday, 30 July 2026
🕛 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
📍 Poster Exhibition
📝 Abstract Code: AS-AIDS-2026-09546
To engage with the findings, check the conference online platform https://www.iasociety.org/conferences/aids2026 and join the conversation on advancing evidence-informed approaches to HIV prevention for young key populations.