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From community conversations emerge the foundations of lasting national transformation. We celebrate the progress being ...
01/06/2026

From community conversations emerge the foundations of lasting national transformation. We celebrate the progress being made in amplifying voices, strengthening civic participation, and creating spaces where stories can be shared freely and meaningfully.
Every story told, every voice heard, and every act of engagement contributes to a more inclusive, informed, and connected society. The possibilities ahead are boundless when communities are empowered to speak, write, and participate in shaping their future.
The future is still being written-and together, we are helping to tell its story.

PEN Kenya joins the nation in mourning the heartbreaking loss of students following the tragic fire incident at Utumishi...
01/06/2026

PEN Kenya joins the nation in mourning the heartbreaking loss of students following the tragic fire incident at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil.

We convened women, youth, and county CSO networks in Turkana, Kitui, Kilifi, and Kwale counties to draft and review thei...
13/05/2026

We convened women, youth, and county CSO networks in Turkana, Kitui, Kilifi, and Kwale counties to draft and review their annual advocacy plans. Key issues prioritized included drug and substance abuse, the high prevalence of school dropouts, and rising mortality rates. Together, we are strengthening community voices to drive sustainable change.
Civic Freedoms Forum, Ford Foundation, UNDP Kenya, Kwale Civil Society Consortium, Kwale County Community of practice,

Strengthening civic engagement and amplifying the participation of youth and women in public life. With support from UND...
08/05/2026

Strengthening civic engagement and amplifying the participation of youth and women in public life. With support from UNDP Kenya, PEN Kenya successfully conducted capacity-building sessions for youth and women CSO networks in Kwale, Kilifi, Kitui, and Turkana Counties on public advocacy and constructive engagement with duty bearers. These engagements continue to foster informed, confident, and active citizens who are championing accountability, inclusive governance, and meaningful change at both grassroots and national levels.
Change begins when citizens speak out and participate.

Kwale Civil Society Consortium, Kwale County Community of practice,

We have successfully concluded a 2 day capacity building training in Turkana County, equipping Aluung'rat Women CSO netw...
29/04/2026

We have successfully concluded a 2 day capacity building training in Turkana County, equipping Aluung'rat Women CSO network with practical skills on advocacy and meaningful engagement with duty bearers. Sessions provided platform for members to raise voices on issues affecting women and girls to influence action, the future of accountable leadership is in empowered women.

We convened women and youth networks in Turkana, Kwale, Kilifi and Kitui to unpack CSO compliance issues with regulators...
29/04/2026

We convened women and youth networks in Turkana, Kwale, Kilifi and Kitui to unpack CSO compliance issues with regulators- from PBO Authority, CGR Act, returns to KRA and other relevant agencies that regulate CSOs. Sessions also provided chance for the networks to validate their self regulations. Building stronger accountable, and trusted organizations. Compliance and self-regulation is not a barrier but a mechanism to defend civic space and unlock funding opportunities that strengthens CSOs' sustainability. Kwale Civil Society Consortium Kwale Civil Society Consortium

Convened Kwale CSO Network and representatives from Kwale County government to establish and review sustainable engagem...
29/04/2026

Convened Kwale CSO Network and representatives from Kwale County government to establish and review sustainable engagement mechanism. When CSOs engage in constructive dialogues with duty bearers more services will be delivered to the citizens

PEN Kenya convened Sauti Ya Wanawake Pwani - Kilifi County chapter for a deep dive into their governance & leadership st...
29/04/2026

PEN Kenya convened Sauti Ya Wanawake Pwani - Kilifi County chapter for a deep dive into their governance & leadership structure. Strong structures equals stronger networks for advocating women’s rights.

PEN Kenya is on the ground in Kilifi, Kwale, and Turkana, supporting youth and women CSO networks to embrace self-regula...
19/03/2026

PEN Kenya is on the ground in Kilifi, Kwale, and Turkana, supporting youth and women CSO networks to embrace self-regulation as a pathway to stronger, more credible citizen organizations. Through the Self-Regulation Framework, young people and women leaders are building accountability, trust, and resilience within their networks, enhancing their ability to serve communities effectively and sustainably.
Strong CSOs are built from within. When youth and women-led organizations practice self-regulation, they not only strengthen their own governance but also amplify their voice, legitimacy, and impact. Lead with integrity and regulate yourself before others do. UNDP Kenya, Civic Freedoms Forum

Yesterday we convened a workshop to support the development of a self-regulation and constitutive framework for the yout...
11/03/2026

Yesterday we convened a workshop to support the development of a self-regulation and constitutive framework for the youth network in Kitui County. The activity will strengthen coordination among youth-led organizations by establishing shared governance principles, operational guidelines, and accountability mechanisms
Civic Freedoms Forum, UNDP Kenya, Kitui Youth Connect, Mary Mutula

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Nairobi
00200

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Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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