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In solidarity with for our lives, our offices remain closed on the 8th and 9th.

We march because we demand change in the protection of our rights!

We demand safety for all women and girls in our diverse existence and being!

We march because we are not safe to exist in this country!

We march because we are being killed for being us, for existing and being us!

We are marching because FEMICIDE is a crime and is not recognized as FEMICIDE in our laws and policies.

We march because violence against women and girls keeps rising despite the government's role to ensure we are safe!

We march because of the state-sanctioned abductions, disappearances and killings!

We march to hold them accountable!!
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Remember Agness Tirop?
In 2021, she broke the women's 10,000-meter world record. Five weeks later, she was killed Bloomberg Investigate examines her murder.
Watch here: https://shorturl.at/tJ0v9
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Register for this upcoming conversations on exploring feminist futures: fostering the next generation of feminist leaders happening on 13th August 2024.

Link on the main post.

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📢Join us on 13th Aug for our webinar on ''Exploring Feminist Futures: Fostering the next gen of feminist leaders'' will explore flexible funding & the progressive work ahead. Featuring: POLYCOM Polycom Girls 💛💙💖,Young Women's Leadership Institute & MEMPROW-Uganda

Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_l-xLfc64Q7OFIZpFtg2C8g

Dear fellow feminist activists,

Let's take a moment to ground ourselves, stay present, and practice self-care.

Wishing everyone a restful weekend!

Happy Revolutionary Pan African Women's Day!

Dear African Womn,
We celebrate you, we love you and we recognize you!

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I'm honored to be here today as a panelist on the "Defending the Dream" campaign, organized by the Young Women's Leadership Institute. Our theme for today is "Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV)." This issue is increasingly critical as our lives become more intertwined with technology, and it is essential that we address the psychological effects and how to navigate them.

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Have you sent your public participation letter opposing the amendment of the Road Maintenance Levy Fund Act yet?

🚨 **Important Update!** 🚨

The Young Women’s Leadership Institute (YWLI) is deeply concerned about the Ministry of Roads and Transport's proposed amendment to the Road Maintenance Levy Fund Act of 1993. The amendment seeks to increase the road maintenance levy by KSH 7.00, raising it from KSH 18.00 to KSH 25.00 per litre of petrol and diesel.

**Why This Matters:**

💡 **Increased Cost of Living:** The levy hike will lead to higher fuel prices, which will in turn increase transportation costs. This will cause prices of essential goods and services like food, medication, and transport to soar.

💡 **Burden on Vulnerable Populations:** Low-income families, women and girls, and young people will bear the brunt of this financial strain, making it even harder for them to meet basic needs.

**What We Propose:**

✅ **Efficient Use of Existing Funds:** We urge the government to ensure current funds allocated for road maintenance are managed efficiently and transparently, reducing wastage and providing necessary resources without adding to the financial burden on citizens.

✅ **Comprehensive Impact Assessment:** Before any changes are made, a thorough assessment of the economic impact on various demographic groups must be conducted.

✅ **Enhance Transparency and Accountability:** Implement measures to ensure the existing funds are used effectively and transparently to increase public trust and support.

📢 **We strongly urge the Ministry of Roads and Transport to reconsider this proposed amendment.** Instead of raising the levy, let's ensure every coin is accounted for and utilized efficiently.

Let's work together to protect our communities from increased financial burdens! 🙌



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Help us find Sharon!

They were picked by ununiformed police today during the protests along Koinage Street.

Please reshare to help find Sharon.

Greetings feminist siblings, We are delighted to kick off our new project, all thanks to the amazing support from the Transform program via USAID funding. (For more information swipe left) Stay turned for incredible updates! 🤗🤗🤗 Thanks for your continued support

🌿 We’re taking a one-week break! 🌿

In alignment with our commitment to wellness, our team will be offline for the next one-week to rest and rejuvenate.

Thank you for your understanding and support. We look forward to returning refreshed and re-energized, ready to continue making a positive impact.

See you soon! ✨
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We are so excited for the first ever WOW Manchester and to be part of its line-up of world-class speakers, activists, artists and comedians that will be taking over Aviva Studios from 24-26 May. WOW is the world’s biggest, most comprehensive festival celebrating women, girls and non-binary people, and everyone is welcome.

With conversations, live performances and tons of creative activities is a chance to join in on both the most difficult but vital discussions, and workshops that have you in fits of laughter. This year’s line-up includes Mel B, Sara Pascoe, Jordan Stephens, Maxine Peake, Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, Zawe Ashton, Julia Gillard, DJ Paulette and WOW Founder Jude Kelly.

See the full lineup here: bit.ly/WOWManchester and book your tickets to join me!

A free press has always been a measure of how free a country is.

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As we head into the weekend, remember that rest is just as important as hustle. Take time to recharge your batteries, reconnect with loved ones, and indulge in self-care. Your mental and physical well-being will thank you for it!

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We use to shed light on the existing gaps in our leadership. As citizens, it's our responsibility to hold our governments accountable not only to their commitments to enhancing the lives of citizens but also to their responsibility as leaders. Womankind Worldwide African Women's Development Fund American Jewish World Service - AJWS

Happy Labor Day to all the fierce feminists out there! Today, as we celebrate the hard work and resilience of workers in Kenya, let's also stand in solidarity with those on the frontlines responding to humanitarian crises like floods and fighting for labour rights.
To all the feminists who tirelessly advocate for gender equality in the face of adversity, your dedication is truly inspiring. Whether providing relief in flood-affected areas, fighting for recognition of unpaid care work women and girls do or fighting for fair wages and safe working conditions, your work is crucial in creating a more just and equitable world.

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Karibu kwenye wiki mpya! Wacha tujaze siku hii na bidii na hamasa. Kila hatua unayochukua leo inakufanya kuwa karibu na malengo yako. 🔥

Join us on Facebook Live tomorrow 27th April 2024 from 9.30AM as we unpack, bodily autonomy, digital rights, relationships and digital security with adolescent girls from Machakos, Nairobi, Kisumu, Kwale and Mombasa Counties.

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Embrace the power of kindness this !
Remember: be kind to yourself, nurture your mind, & cherish your body. Small acts of self-compassion can make a big difference in your overall wellbeing. Let's spread positivity & self-love today & every day! 💖

This session was enlightening, we appreciate your support and contribution to the 2024 Machakos and Nairobi team. Nivishe Foundation

We are so proud to have two of our comrades and sisters Purity and Caroline from Yatta Sub County attending and representing us at the Feminist Leadership Academy hosted by .Such opportunities strengthen the leadership of our young women and girls organising in our Grassroots communities.

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