IMPACT_KENYA

IMPACT_KENYA IMPACT (Indigenous Movement for Peace Advancement and Conflict Transformation).
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IMPACT empowers Indigenous Peoples in Kenya to secure their well-being, safety, and identity. IMPACT started off as a community based organization in 2002 and has since then transformed its legal identity by being incorporated and registered as a trust on the 1st day of June 2003 as required by Kenyan law. the organization is now in the process of registering as a PBO (Public Interest Organizatio

n) the new law in which all NGOs shall be known and are required to register a new in Kenya. IMPACT liaison office is based in Nanyuki and we use strategic partners as our field offices and contacts volunteers in target and project areas. We envisage a world where the driving force for all communities is social justice, equity, dignity, sharing and the respect for the indigenous peoples, the environment, women rights and Human rights and the democratic space for the vulnerable is well defined. In its long run, IMPACT, will strengthen, build and enhance indigenous peoples capability and ensuring they realize their full potential in their own way and participate effectively in the civic process at the levels including influencing international processes.

The future of land restoration and climate resilience depends on the communities that have safeguarded these landscapes ...
13/05/2026

The future of land restoration and climate resilience depends on the communities that have safeguarded these landscapes for generations.

As part of ’s Road to and the launch of the Silk Road Caravan 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, IMPACT Kenya is proud to contribute to global conversations reconnecting policy, Indigenous knowledge, and pastoralist stewardship.

Today, our colleague joins the dialogue as a panelist, sharing perspectives from pastoralist communities and locally led restoration efforts across Kenya’s drylands.

Women and BiodiversityPastoralist women are at the heart of biodiversity protection and ecosystem resilience. Through in...
12/05/2026

Women and Biodiversity

Pastoralist women are at the heart of biodiversity protection and ecosystem resilience. Through indigenous knowledge passed across generations, they preserve seeds, protect medicinal plants, manage livestock, sustain food systems, and safeguard the delicate balance between communities and nature.

Across rangelands, women continue to restore degraded landscapes, conserve natural resources, and strengthen livelihoods in the face of climate change. Their leadership and daily stewardship play a critical role in sustaining biodiversity and resilient ecosystems.

As the world marks the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists , we recognize the vital role pastoralist women play in protecting rangelands, ecosystems, culture, and future generations.

The Women's Economic Empowerment and Resilience in Pastoralist Communities ( WEERESP+) project reflects an important s...
11/05/2026

The Women's Economic Empowerment and Resilience in Pastoralist Communities ( WEERESP+) project reflects an important step towards strengthening women’s economic empowerment, household nutrition, and sustainable value chains across Northern Kenya. By supporting community-driven cooperatives, inclusive markets, and climate-adaptive approaches, we can unlock greater opportunities for pastoralist communities while building long-term resilience.
As conversations around sustainable development continue to evolve, investments in women-led systems and local economies remain essential for creating lasting impact across Samburu, Laikipia, Marsabit, and Isiolo counties.

We appreciate the engagement with Samburu County Government and look forward to continued collaboration in advancing inclusive and resilient futures for pastoralist communities.

If you are attending the ESRI Conservation Summit 2026 at the Pride Inn Hotel, Mombasa; we invite you to join IMPACT Ken...
11/05/2026

If you are attending the ESRI Conservation Summit 2026 at the Pride Inn Hotel, Mombasa; we invite you to join IMPACT Kenya, represented by Victolyn.

Join our session as from 8:30 AM as we explore how we can build a more inclusive, tech-driven future together.

When we often talk about climate change and food security, it’s easy to get lost in grand statistics and global maps. Bu...
08/05/2026

When we often talk about climate change and food security, it’s easy to get lost in grand statistics and global maps. But the most meaningful progress actually happens in the hands of people like the beekeeping groups in Laisamis.

Here, beekeeping is more than a livelihood; it is a vital link in a global chain of environmental and economic stability.

For change to be sustainable, it must be locally owned. To ensure this, IMPACT Kenya moved beyond basic training and took specific steps to build long-term capacity:

➡️ We conducted a Training of Trainers (ToT) session: By training leaders from five local groups, we ensured that the expertise stays in Laisamis. These trainers are now the community's own permanent resource for hive management and honey production.
➡️ We prioritized practical mastery: We focused on the essential skills; from harvesting to handling; that turn a traditional practice into a professional, sustainable enterprise.

By empowering these five groups to lead their own growth, IMPACT Kenya is contributing to the global mission of : strengthening the livelihoods of rural communities while safeguarding the biodiversity of our planet.

Join us for these two key conversations today at :🔹 Rio Changemakers for Africa: Aligning Finance with Local Stewardsh...
06/05/2026

Join us for these two key conversations today at :

🔹 Rio Changemakers for Africa: Aligning Finance with Local Stewardship
🕥 10:30 AM EAT | 6 May 2026

🔹Beyond Resilience: Wellbeing & Prosperity for Pastoralists and Rangelands
🕞 3:30 – 4:30 PM EAT | 6 May 2026

We’ll be exploring urgent questions on how finance can better reflect local realities, and what true wellbeing and prosperity mean in rangeland systems.

As we mark , these conversations highlight the vital role of pastoralist systems in sustaining ecosystems, economies, and cultures.

👉 Join us online or in person and be part of the change.

Across landscapes worldwide, the health of our land is deeply tied to the knowledge, resilience, and leadership of Indig...
05/05/2026

Across landscapes worldwide, the health of our land is deeply tied to the knowledge, resilience, and leadership of Indigenous and local communities.

That’s why this moment matters.

IMPACT Kenya is part of the Organizing & Knowledge Committee for the Global Landscapes Forum Africa 2026—and will contribute to the Opening Plenary shaping the conversations ahead.

As the world marks the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists hashtag this conversation becomes even more urgent—recognizing the vital role pastoralist systems play in sustaining ecosystems, economies, and cultures.

Lasting progress on climate, food, and sustainability depends on recognizing and working alongside the communities who have cared for these landscapes for generations.

Join us in these conversation.

Explore more insights and our work: ➡️ www.impactkenya.org

How can pastoral livestock value chains create greater opportunities for women, strengthen local economies, and build re...
27/04/2026

How can pastoral livestock value chains create greater opportunities for women, strengthen local economies, and build resilience in the face of climate change?

This question is at the heart of a new journey IMPACT Kenya has begun through the Women’s Economic Empowerment and Resilience in Pastoralist Communities (WEE-RESP+) project.

At its core, WEE-RESP+ seeks to support pastoralist women to become stronger market actors, improve household nutrition, and help build climate-resilient systems that foster long-term economic empowerment across Northern Kenya.

These first engagements are helping surface insights around goat milk production systems, gender dynamics, market opportunities and the strengths that already exist within communities.

+ Gates Foundation

IMPACT Kenya works at multiple levels, from grassroot community-led actions and advancing this to global levels for stru...
20/04/2026

IMPACT Kenya works at multiple levels, from grassroot community-led actions and advancing this to global levels for structural change geared at amplifying Indigenous Peoples' voices by showcasing best practices. The 25th Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) begins today, and we will be co-organizing 4 side events during this session.

➡️ April 23 | 12:00 – 14:00 (Jay Suites): Many Peoples, One Planet — Shaping the GEF’s road ahead for Indigenous-led conservation.

➡️ April 23 | 12:00 – 14:00 (Jay Suites): Short Course Launch — Introducing our new Certificate Course on Rights-Based Conservation with the University of Nairobi.

➡️ April 24 | 16:30 – 17:45 (UN HQ, CR-8): Rights to Lands & Mobility — Celebrating the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists.

➡️ April 28 | 10:00 – 11:00 EST (Online): Planetary & Indigenous Health — A virtual dialogue on health through a rights-based lens.

Spaces like these remind us that lasting solutions must be rooted in the voices and leadership of Indigenous Peoples.

If you are in New York for this 25th session of , we would love to connect with you: you are invited to come join us!

Register to join us: https://surl.li/bowzmg

Conservation International
The University of Arizona Henry Luce Foundation

Climate change and shrinking economic opportunities continue to place pressure on the future of Indigenous youth across ...
16/04/2026

Climate change and shrinking economic opportunities continue to place pressure on the future of Indigenous youth across Northern Kenya. But within communities in Laikipia and beyond, a different story is taking shape.

The Maiyanat Indigenous Youth Life Skills, Arts and Culture Development Centre is creating real opportunities for young people through apprenticeship pathways grounded in community realities. Through practical, hands-on learning, youth are building the confidence and capacity to shape their own futures while remaining rooted in their communities and strengthening local resilience.

The Youth Skills Roadshow & Exhibition builds on this work by creating a shared space where skills are seen, understood, and valued. More than a showcase, it is a collective moment where learning, opportunity, and partnership come together to support locally driven solutions for the future.

Come learn, support, collaborate, and invest in the potential of Indigenous youth driving change from within their communities.

13/04/2026

In Mt. Kulal, communities have lived on and protected their land for many years.
But without official land registration, they have little power in decisions about their land.

Through efforts by IMPACT Kenya and other partners, communities are now learning about the Community Land Act (2016).
They are starting to understand their rights and why it is important to secure their land so they can decide how it is used.

They are not against investments.
They are asking to be included and treated fairly.

One challenge remains:
Without land registration, it is still hard for them to negotiate, make decisions, or benefit from these projects.

As large-scale investments continue to expand into community lands,
are human rights being fully considered? Kenya National Commision on Human Rights ,

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