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End Femicide Initiative-Kenya End Femicide Initiative-CBO is a legally registered Community Based Organisation dedicated to ending femicide and all forms of Gender-Based Violence (GBV).

We work to create safe communities where women and girls can thrive because their lives matter.

Happy International Day of the Girl Child! πŸ’œEvery girl deserves to grow up safe, valued and free from violence. Today we...
11/10/2026

Happy International Day of the Girl Child! πŸ’œ

Every girl deserves to grow up safe, valued and free from violence. Today we celebrate her voice, her dreams and her power, and we recommit to building a world where she can thrive.

Stand with her. Speak up for her. Protect her future.

Glad to have been present.Harmful Practices against women and girls are uncalled for. They must end.
05/10/2026

Glad to have been present.
Harmful Practices against women and girls are uncalled for. They must end.

Young Women Leading, Girl Power LeadingπŸ”₯πŸ‡°πŸ‡ͺ**last week we joined the people of Kiawaithanji in welcoming and congratulati...
07/09/2026

Young Women Leading, Girl Power LeadingπŸ”₯πŸ‡°πŸ‡ͺ**

last week we joined the people of Kiawaithanji in welcoming and congratulating Madam Veronica Njeri Waweru, the newly appointed Assistant Chief of Kiawaithanji Sublocation, Gikanja Location, Tetu constituency, Nyeri County, this was after the retirement of her predecessor.

Veronica’s appointment is not only a recognition of her capabilities, but also a testament to the power of women’s leadership and community service.

Before taking up this new responsibility, Veronica dedicated herself to serving communities through civil society and civic engagement. Her journey includes serving as a Civic Educator with Uraia Kenya, a GBV Champion with End Femicide Initiative-Kenya, and a Tribunal User in Nyeri County. Through these roles, she has consistently stood up for women, children and communities, advocating for their rights, dignity, safety and access to justice.

She is a women and children’s rights defender and a trained Human Rights Monitor, with additional training in community engagement, behaviour change management and other approaches to working effectively with communities.

Veronica holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Moi University and has built her experience through years of grassroots engagement, civic education, human rights advocacy and community mobilisation.

She begins a new chapter moving from championing communities through civil society to serving them in public administration.

Her appointment is a testament that women can lead And this is why women must be given space to lead.

When women lead, they bring with them lived experiences, community connections, courage and a deep understanding of the issues affecting families and communities. Veronica’s journey reminds us that leadership can be built from the grassroots, through service, advocacy and a commitment to people.

As End Femicide Initiative, we Congratulate Veronicah Waweru on this well-deserved appointment! πŸŽ‰πŸ‘πŸΎ

She takes take up the responsibility of stewarding Kiawaithanji community to serve them diligently, responsibly and with integrity and without fear or favour, lending a Listening ear to the people, upholding the law, protecting the vulnerable and leading with fairness, compassion and with humanity.

We believe that this new chapter of Leadership by Veronica Njeri will be marked by courage, wisdom and meaningful service to the people of Kiawaithanji.

Her appointment is an inspiration to women and girls across Kenya. Your voice matters. Your experience matters. Your leadership matters. You belong at every table where decisions are made.

Women can lead. Women are leading. And women will continue to lead.** πŸ’ͺ🏾πŸ”₯

Congratulations, Madam Veronica Njeri Waweru. Kiawaithanji is proud of you.

Go forth and serve! πŸ‡°πŸ‡ͺ

STATEMENT FROM END FEMICIDE INITIATIVE-CBORE: THE BRUTAL FEMICIDE OF JOY KANINI IN NYERIEnd Femicide Initiative-CBO cond...
16/06/2026

STATEMENT FROM END FEMICIDE INITIATIVE-CBO
RE: THE BRUTAL FEMICIDE OF JOY KANINI IN NYERI

End Femicide Initiative-CBO condemns, in the strongest terms, the brutal murder of Joy Kanini in Nyeri. The manner in which her life was taken, her body badly dismembered, with parts still being recovered β€” speaks to a level of violence and cruelty that should shock the conscience of every Kenyan.

This is not just a murder. This is femicide β€” the targeted killing of a woman, carried out with a brutality that reflects the depth of misogyny and impunity still present in our society. Joy's life mattered. Her dreams, her family, her community β€” all violently stolen from her

We extend our deepest condolences to Joy's family and loved ones as they endure this unimaginable loss, made even more painful by the nature of how her body was found.

End Femicide Initiative-CBO calls on:
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations to expedite the investigation and ensure all those responsible are identified, arrested, and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
The Nyeri County administration and security agencies to provide full support to the family and to ensure community safety, particularly for women and girls.
The public to come forward with any information, no matter how small, that can help bring those responsible to justice.

We will not be silent. We will not normalize the brutalization and killing of women in this country. Joy Kanini deserves justice β€” and we will not rest until she gets it.

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27/05/2026

π—šπ—’π—©π—˜π—₯π—‘π— π—˜π—‘π—§ π—¨π—‘π—©π—˜π—œπ—Ÿπ—¦ π—‘π—”π—§π—œπ—’π—‘π—”π—Ÿ π—šπ—•π—© π—₯π—˜π—£π—’π—₯π—§π—œπ—‘π—š π—£π—Ÿπ—”π—§π—™π—’π—₯𝗠 𝗗𝗨π—₯π—œπ—‘π—š π—§π—›π—˜ π—¦π—˜π—–π—’π—‘π—— π—•π—œ-π—”π—‘π—‘π—¨π—”π—Ÿ π—‘π—”π—§π—œπ—’π—‘π—”π—Ÿ π—šπ—˜π—‘π——π—˜π—₯ π—¦π—˜π—–π—§π—’π—₯ π—ͺ𝗒π—₯π—žπ—œπ—‘π—š π—šπ—₯𝗒𝗨𝗣
The Government has today launched a National GBV Reporting WhatsApp Platform aimed at strengthening the reporting, protection, referral and response mechanisms for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) across the country.
Through the platform, members of the public can now confidentially report cases of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) via WhatsApp on +254724884444.

Survivors will also be able to access psychological support, legal guidance, counseling services and critical referral pathways, including support for cases involving Technology Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV).
Speaking during the Second Bi-Annual National Gender Sector Working Group meeting, Cabinet Secretary for Gender, Culture and Children Services, Hanna Cheptumo, noted that the digital platform will enhance timely access to survivor-centered services while strengthening prevention and response efforts nationwide.
β€œThis tool leverages widespread digital connectivity to provide immediate, automated and confidential psychological support, legal counseling and direct referral mechanisms for survivors of both online and physical violence,” said the CS.
The Ministry also launched the Guidelines for Gender Mainstreaming into Climate Action, a framework designed to integrate gender-responsive approaches into climate action and policy implementation across sectors. The guidelines seek to address the disproportionate effects of climate change on women and vulnerable communities.
The event brought together representatives from government institutions, development partners and women organizations working within the gender sector.

Among the institutions represented were The National Gender and Equality Commission-Kenya
State Department for Gender UN Women Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission(IEBC) IPSIA Kenya COVAW
End Femicide Initiative-CBO also attended the engagement as part of the National Gender Sector Working Group member of the Sub-committee on Ending GBV

Press Statement – End Femicide Initiative (CBO)The End Femicide Initiative–CBO proudly and wholeheartedly welcomes the d...
20/04/2026

Press Statement – End Femicide Initiative (CBO)
The End Femicide Initiative–CBO proudly and wholeheartedly welcomes the directive by the County Government of Nyeri, Department of Medical and Public Health, to abolish all fees previously charged for the filling of P3 forms.

We particularly commend Nyeri County for being the first county in Kenya to implement this progressive and survivor-centered directive. This bold leadership sets a powerful precedent for other counties across the country to follow, reaffirming that access to justice should never be limited by one’s financial ability.

For many survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the cost of obtaining a P3 form has been a major barrierβ€”often delaying reporting, weakening cases, or silencing victims altogether. By removing these fees, Nyeri County has taken a decisive step toward dismantling this barrier.

As an organization working closely with survivors, we emphasize:
β€œNyeri County’s leadership in abolishing P3 form fees is a transformative milestone. It restores dignity to survivors and ensures that the pursuit of justice is no longer conditioned on one’s financial capacity.”

This directive will:
βœ” Significantly increase reporting of GBV cases, especially among low-income and vulnerable populations.
βœ” Enable timely medical documentation, which is critical for evidence preservation and successful prosecution.
βœ” Promote equitable access to justice, ensuring no survivor is left behind due to cost barriers.
βœ” Strengthen public confidence in both the health and justice systems.

We further note that this is a bright and historic moment for victims of crime, as no fees shall henceforth be charged for access to essential medical documentation services.
This milestone is also a testament to effective institutional collaboration and accountability. The initiative began at the CUC level, and was subsequently taken up by the Integrity Committee, which conducted a fact-finding visit to the hospital. Following this, the Committee formally engaged the relevant authorities and submitted the court judgment that clearly bars the charging of fees for the filling of P3 forms for victims of crime.

This outcome demonstrates the power of vigilance, commitment, and collective action. It is a clear example of what can be achieved through coordinated efforts between civil society, oversight mechanisms, and the Judiciary when focused on advancing justice.
We applaud the County Government for aligning its actions with constitutional principles and court rulings, and for demonstrating that counties can lead meaningful reforms that directly impact the lives of citizens.

At the same time, we call for:
βœ” Robust public awareness efforts so all community members know that P3 services are now free.
βœ” Strict monitoring and enforcement to ensure full compliance across all health facilities.
βœ” Continued investment in GBV response systems, including survivor support services and trained personnel.

The End Femicide Initiative remains committed to supporting survivors and working with all stakeholders to ensure that this directive translates into real, accessible justice for every survivor.

Nyeri County Government has set the paceβ€”now let the rest of Kenya follow.

End Femicide Initiative is glad to have been involved in the meeting
02/04/2026

End Femicide Initiative is glad to have been involved in the meeting

GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE (GBV) – NYERI GENDER TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP NEEDS ASSESSMENT WORKSHOPAs End Femicide Initiative ...
01/04/2026

GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE (GBV) – NYERI GENDER TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP NEEDS ASSESSMENT WORKSHOP

As End Femicide Initiative today we participated in a Needs Assessment Workshop on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) held at Boma Inn Nyeri and organised by the Nyeri County, Department of Gender, Youth and Social Services in partnership with IPSIA Kenya the Group for Transcultural Relations (GRT) and Wangu Kanja Foundation

The workshop brought together members of the GBV Technical Working Group (GBV-TWG), duty bearers, civil society organisations, government institutions, and other key stakeholders to assess the current situation of GBV in the county and identify the key drivers behind the rising cases. The discussions also focused on mental health, data-driven planning, and the development of targeted, evidence-based interventions.

The Gender Technical Working Group, which was launched in May 2021, continues to provide an important multi-sectoral platform bringing together the Judiciary, Police Service, National and County Government institutions, the education sector, media, faith-based organisations, civil society, private sector, youth groups, and many other stakeholders. This coordination is key in strengthening prevention, protection, response, and survivor support systems.

During the workshop, participants engaged in participatory sessions that included:
βœ” Mapping wards and sub-counties most affected by GBV
βœ” Identifying emerging trends and high-risk areas
βœ” Analysing seasonal and socio-economic factors contributing to GBV
βœ” Applying the socio-ecological model to better understand risks at individual, family, community, and institutional levels
βœ” Identifying gaps in coordination, services, and response mechanisms

Key challenges highlighted included underreporting of cases, limited trained gender desk officers, retrogressive cultural practices, limited access to GBV-responsive services, alcohol and drug abuse, mental health challenges, and gaps in coordination across response systems.

Stakeholders also noted the continued rise in GBV cases, underscoring the urgent need for targeted interventions.

CALL TO ACTION – NYERI COUNTY
The End Femicide Initiative calls upon:
β€’ Community leaders
β€’ Youth and student organisations
β€’ Faith-based institutions
β€’ Civil society organisations
β€’ County and national government agencies
β€’ Parents and guardians

All stakeholders should work together to end GBV and femicide in Nyeri County. Let us strengthen reporting systems, support survivors, challenge harmful social norms, and take collective responsibility in protecting women and girls.

Together, we can build a safer Nyeri for everyone. πŸ’œβœŠ

Njeri speaking truth to power
21/03/2026

Njeri speaking truth to power

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