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As Kenya marks the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, an uncomfortable truth persists: for many women and girls, the most dangerous place is their own home. Family violence remains the most widespread yet quietly tolerated form of gender-based violence, sustained not only by harmful social norms but also by policy gaps, particularly within […]

Family violence, particularly in the context of displacement, remains one of the most insidious forms of abuse faced by vulnerable populations, including refugees. Displacement, by its very nature, dismantles safety nets, disrupts familial structures, and exacerbates existing inequalities. Refugees often find themselves navigating new environments fraught with poverty, discrimination, and insecurity conditions that create fertile […]

By Immaculate Shisia   Family is often idealized as a cornerstone of love, support, and belonging, a safe haven where individuals can thrive. However, for countless women in all their diversity this vision is a far cry from reality. In Kenya, the family is not just a source of comfort but also a site of […]

Sexual violence against refugee women in refugee camps is a pervasive issue that significantly impacts the physical and mental well-being of survivors. In East Africa, where conflict, displacement, and humanitarian crises are prevalent, refugee women are particularly vulnerable to sexual exploitation, abuse, and violence. This article explores the extent of sexual violence in East African […]

By Rachael Wahome. Defending human rights, whether on an individual or collective basis, is not just important; it is crucial. On January 27, 2024, a historic moment unfolded in Kenya as women from diverse backgrounds across the country united to protest against femicide and all forms of violence. This prompts important discussions and considerations, including: […]

By Sarah Nyakio and Kavutha Mutua (As first published on The Daily Nation, 18th January 2024.) In the last few weeks, Kenya has been forced to confront a heart-wrenching reality, a surge in femicide that has left us grappling with the brutal loss of young lives. The tragic story of Starlet Wahu, a woman seeking […]