Young African Women Initiatives

Young African Women Initiatives VISION: Working Towards a Gender Based Violence free society.

MISSION: To promote, protect and advocate for the rights of women, ensure their freedom form all forms of violence

Olam Aid, in collaboration with YAWI, conducted a training for Community Promoters, Psychologists, and Community Health ...
10/06/2026

Olam Aid, in collaboration with YAWI, conducted a training for Community Promoters, Psychologists, and Community Health Promoters (CHPs) on Psychological First Aid (PFA) and community-based self-care.

Participants explored the meaning and purpose of PFA, what it addresses, what it is not and the importance of the Look, Listen and Link approach. The session also covered effective communication, supportive presence and the role of self-care in promoting the well-being of both caregivers and the communities they serve.

By equipping frontline workers with practical knowledge and skills, we are strengthening community resilience and improving access to compassionate support for those in need.

06/06/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! Preacious Spears, Ben Kihanya, Claren Angels, Benson Gatua, Faith Wanjiku, Blizzy Essie

YAWI convened members of the Building Futures Network for the 2nd Quarter Collaborative Network Meeting, uniting partner...
05/06/2026

YAWI convened members of the Building Futures Network for the 2nd Quarter Collaborative Network Meeting, uniting partners dedicated to advancing the well-being and rights of adolescent girls and young women.

A central focus of the meeting was strengthening initiatives around s*xual and reproductive health (SRH) for school girls, with special attention to menstruation management and age-appropriate s*x education.

Members discussed progress on ensuring girls have access to menstrual hygiene resources and accurate, relevant information about their bodies, empowering them to manage menstruation with dignity and confidence.

The meeting also highlighted the critical role of providing comprehensive, age-appropriate s*x education in schools as a key strategy for protecting girls from s*xual abuse and exploitation.

Through open dialogue, partners reviewed ongoing SRH and GBV prevention efforts, addressed emerging challenges, and identified new opportunities for collaboration. The network reaffirmed its commitment to creating safer, healthier, and more empowering environments for girls and young women.

As we move forward, our collective impact grows through partnership, shared learning, and coordinated action. Together, we are building a future where adolescent girls and young women are equipped with the knowledge, support, and opportunities they need to thrive and stay safe.

Thank you to all our partners and network members for your active participation, valuable insights, and unwavering dedication to driving lasting change.

During the Menstrual Hygiene Day engagement at Kapcheplanga Secondary School, many girls opened up about the painful rea...
29/05/2026

During the Menstrual Hygiene Day engagement at Kapcheplanga Secondary School, many girls opened up about the painful reality of lacking access to sanitary towels, forcing some to use tissues, pieces of mattress and other unsafe alternatives during their periods.

This is a reminder that period poverty is still affecting the education, health and confidence of many girls in our schools. More support is needed to ensure every girl can manage her period with dignity and stay in school comfortably.

Support the work of Young African Women Initiatives as we continue advocating for menstrual health awareness and providing support to vulnerable girls in our communities. πŸ’œ

27/05/2026

African Feminist Movements Entering Their Accountability Era.
Feminist advocacy is not only about influencing policy spaces, but also about disrupting the language, media framing, cultural norms, and public narratives that continue excusing violence against women and girls. Who gets believed? Who gets protected? Who gets blamed. Whose pain gets minimized? Whose violence gets normalized?

This article reflects on the conversations shaping accountability, survivor-centered advocacy, narrative power, healing, and feminist movement building.
Read the full article below.
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27/05/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! Preacious Spears, Ben Kihanya, Claren Angels, Benson Gatua, Faith Wanjiku

This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we are heading to Kapchelanga Secondary School in Londiani to promote menstrual health aware...
25/05/2026

This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we are heading to Kapchelanga Secondary School in Londiani to promote menstrual health awareness, break stigma and empower girls through education and support. Together, we create a future where every girl can learn with confidence and dignity.

As Menstrual Hygiene Day approaches, we continue to break the silence, challenge stigma and promote dignity for every gi...
15/05/2026

As Menstrual Hygiene Day approaches, we continue to break the silence, challenge stigma and promote dignity for every girl and woman. πŸ’œ
Access to menstrual health information, safe products and supportive spaces is not a privilege it’s a right. Together, we can create a world where periods are understood, respected and never a barrier to education or opportunity.

13/05/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Chepng'etich Agui, Blizzy Essie, Mary Okeyo

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