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Collaborative Centre for Gender and Development (CCGD) is a non-profit organization that advocates for gender equality and non-discrimination policy.

17/09/2026

We yesterday brought together researchers and practitioners from Uganda, Nigeria and Kenya to officially kick off a three day Systematic Review Workshop under the CLARE CS Hub Masculinity Project, supported by IDRC in Eastern and Southern Africa through African Centrefor Technology Studies (ACTS), hosted by CCGD Kenya in Nairobi.
We had a discussion about masculinities and how they shape, and are shaped by, climate change: how culture, class, age and other intersecting identities determine who is seen as vulnerable, who is expected to cope, and who gets left out of the conversation entirely. We explored positive masculinity, not as the absence of vulnerability, but as the presence of healthier, more equitable ways for men to relate to power, care and change in a warming world.
Across our different thematic groups, one question kept surfacing: once we've identified the research gaps in how masculinity shapes climate vulnerability, how do we proceed? What does it take to move from evidence to real policy dialogue?
Keep up with our updates as we unfold.

28/08/2026

A Great Milestone in Our Fight Against GBV in Samburu County

Another important step forward in the fight against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV).

Earlier this week, a long-awaited judgment (over a year) was delivered at the Maralal Magistrate Court in a defilement case involving a 15-year-old survivor in Samburu County. As indicated in the court order. the perpetrator was convicted, and yesterday, the court sentenced him to 20 years in prison.

Our probono Advocate Ahmedy Mpapa from Samburu county represented the survivor throughout the prosecution.

This was enlisted as a high-profile case following persistent threats against the survivor’s family. The family was subsequently placed under protection by the Witness Protection Agency, where they remain to date.

This is another important win for us and a reminder that survivors deserve justice, protection, and meaningful support throughout the justice process.

Justice for survivors. Accountability for perpetrators.

Mastercard Foundation CCGD Kenya

17/08/2026

📢 Our Quarter 2 Newsletter is out! 🎉
We’re pleased to share our latest newsletter, featuring major news from our organization, and inspiring impact stories at the heart of our work.
Take a moment to catch up on what we’ve been doing, the progress we’ve made, and the stories of impact we’re proud to share.
Read more: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zb8FE6mdiC_cBzPCPWQfrm0kcrk3-LIN/view?usp=sharing

13/08/2026

We joined the County Government of Kajiado, led by the Department of Youth and Sports, together with other stakeholders, in commemorating International Youth Day at the Kajiado KCB Grounds.
The event was graced by the County Executive Committee Member for Youth and Sports, Madam Janet Sereu, alongside the CEO for Youth and Sports and other key stakeholders.
The celebration provided an inspiring platform for young women and girls to showcase their talents, skills, innovations, and entrepreneurial ventures. Various youth groups exhibited their work, including beekeeping, soap making, beadwork, and other income-generating activities.

It was encouraging to witness the creativity, determination, and immense potential of Kajiado’s youth on display. These platforms are vital in promoting youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, skills development, and meaningful participation in community and county development.
The event was a clear reminder that when young people are given the right support, opportunities, and platforms, they have the power and potential to transform their communities and shape a brighter future.
The , implemented by CCGD Kenya in partnership with Mastercard Foundation in Kajiado county, stands with young women by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and access to finance they need to unlock their potential, build sustainable livelihoods, and create brighter futures for themselves and their communities.

Jasiri Program

12/08/2026

Today, we celebrate International Youth Day 🎉 a moment to celebrate young people everywhere and the diverse realities that shape their lives.
This year’s theme, , reminds us that while young people experience vastly different social, economic, and national realities, their aspirations remain universal: dignity, opportunity, quality education, decent work, meaningful participation, and a sustainable future.

Today, we celebrate young people who are challenging stereotypes, pursuing their dreams, and creating new possibilities for themselves and others.

Meet Mary. Fascinated by machines from an early age, Mary is breaking stereotypes about the careers women can pursue. While society has often viewed motor vehicle mechanics as a profession reserved for men, she saw possibility where others saw limitation. She believed that one day she could build a career with her own hands and earn a living through technical skills.

Through practical training offered under the Jasiri Program, Mary has gained hands-on skills in vehicle servicing, maintenance, engine diagnostics, and repair. As her technical competence grew, so did her confidence.
For Mary, the workshop became more than a place to learn a trade it became a space to rediscover her self-worth and prove that her past does not define her future.

Today, Mary stands ready to pursue employment in the automotive industry, equipped with technical knowledge, practical skills, and the determination to thrive in a field where women remain underrepresented.
Mary’s story is a reminder that when young people are given the opportunity, skills, and support they need, they can challenge stereotypes, transform their lives, and pursue their aspirations regardless of the context they come from.
This International Youth Day, let us continue creating spaces where every young person can dream, learn, participate, work, and thrive.

Mastercard Foundation CCGD Kenya Jasiri Program

05/08/2026

We recently participated in the Partner Communications Community of Practice (CoP) 2026, hosted by the Mastercard Foundation an inspiring convening that brought together partners from diverse sectors to exchange ideas, share lessons, reflect on successful approaches, and explore the critical role of communications in supporting sustainable program outcomes.
The convening was held under the theme:
"Communications as a Catalyst for Ecosystem Engagement: Amplifying Youth Voices, Storytelling and Collective Action for Dignified and Fulfilling Work."

CCGD Kenya, alongside Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW), Centre for Domestic Training and Development, and Advocates for Social Change Kenya- Adsock under the Jasiri Program, joined fellow partners to collaboratively develop a Community of Practice collective ecosystem engagement action plan for the remainder of 2026.
One of the key takeaways was the importance of prioritizing youth voices. The discussions reinforced that communicators play a vital role in shaping narratives, fostering collaboration, and creating spaces where young people are heard and their stories drive meaningful change.

Together, we explored how strategic communications can catalyse ecosystem engagement, strengthen collective action, and amplify youth voices in advancing dignified and fulfilling work.

03/08/2026

📢JOB ALERT📣
CCGD Kenya is looking for a qualified Internal Auditor to strengthen governance, risk management, internal controls, and financial compliance through independent audit and advisory services.

Click here to apply: 🔗https://ccgdcentre.org/vacancies-opportunities/

28/07/2026

The journey towards gender equality begins when men of all generations come together to break cycles of harmful norms and redefine what positive masculinity looks like. Through mentorship, older men can model respect, non-violence, and shared responsibility, while younger men challenge outdated traditions and champion more equitable ways of leading and living. Together, they create lasting, cross-generational change.
With this vision in mind, we conducted a Male Intergenerational Engagement Session in Garsen Sera and Garsen Odha, Tana River County, bringing together religious leaders, elders, Nyumba Kumi representatives, the area chief, and youth.
The dialogue highlighted the importance of strengthening Index-Based Livestock Insurance (IBLI) as a pathway to building long-term, gender-responsive resilience for agro-pastoralist communities facing the impacts of climate change. Engaging men and community leaders in these conversations is essential to ensuring that resilience, equality, and sustainable development go hand in hand.
IDRC in Eastern and Southern Africa CISP Kenya CCGD Kenya

25/07/2026

Having confirmed that gender-based violence (GBV) remains a pervasive development challenge in Tana River County, our research revealed a high prevalence of GBV, particularly among agro-pastoralist communities where structural inequalities, climate vulnerability, and deeply entrenched gender norms intersect.
To validate these findings, we convened a multi-stakeholder workshop in Hola, Tana River County, bringing together elders, civil society organizations, the State Department for Gender and Affirmative Action, the Ministry of Gender Affairs, community representatives, chiefs, the Ministry of Health, youth representatives, the National Drought Management Authority (NDMA), livestock officers, the National Police Service, and religious leaders.

The validation workshop forms part of the BIMA Project under CLARE Programme, which aims to strengthen Index-Based Livestock Insurance (IBLI) as a pathway to building long-term, gender-responsive resilience among agro-pastoralist communities facing the impacts of climate change. The project's overarching research seeks to understand how IBLI can be improved to better serve these vulnerable communities.

The discussions went beyond validating research findings. Stakeholders made concrete commitments to integrate GBV prevention and response into their respective mandates while strengthening gender mainstreaming across the design and implementation of IBLI. These commitments mark an important step toward ensuring that climate resilience interventions are not only effective but also inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the lived realities of women, men, girls, and boys in pastoral and agro-pastoral communities.
IDRC in Eastern and Southern Africa CISP Kenya

13/07/2026

As the CCGD Kenya fraternity, we recently visited the family of our late former Board Chair, Prof. Okwach Abagi, led by our Executive Director, Masheti Masinjila, to express our heartfelt condolences, offer comfort, and stand with them as they navigate this difficult period of grief.
Prof. Abagi, who served as CCGD Board Chair from 2004 to 2013, was a distinguished researcher, educationist, public policy expert, and passionate champion of gender equality. His invaluable contributions to education planning, policy formulation, and addressing systemic challenges in Kenya's education sector continue to inspire our work and the broader development community.
His legacy of visionary leadership, dedication to research, and commitment to advancing equitable education will forever remain part of CCGD Kenya’s journey.
We continue to stand with Prof. Abagi`s family in mourning this profound loss, keeping them in our thoughts and prayers.
May Prof. Okwach Abagi's soul continue to rest in eternal peace.
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