Since 1994, KEFEADO has worked with communities across Western Kenya to end gender-based violence and make human rights real for everyone.
Community dialogues, theatre and alternative rites of passage that challenge FGM and gender-based violence from within.
With partners in the Making It Work programme, we put women and girls with disabilities at the centre of the gender agenda.
Through networks across Kenya and the region, we hold leaders to account on gender equality and amplify women's voices.
Founded in Kisumu by educationalists Dolphine Okech and Dr. Jane Okech
Programme areas, from school clubs to county budgets
Regions of focus: Western, Nyanza and the Rift Valley
Counties on the SDG Kenya Goal 5 platform, with KEFEADO leading in Kisumu
We analyse cultural and traditional practices as the starting point for change. That means working with the whole community, girls and women alongside boys and men, through schools, community dialogues and the institutions that shape daily life.
About KEFEADOMission
To promote gender equity, equal opportunities and human rights for all, with a focus on engaging and questioning culture.
Vision
A violence-free society where human rights are respected for all, regardless of gender and sexuality.
Goals
To reduce ignorance of human rights and to change individual and collective behaviour, laws and policies.
Four programmes, delivered with learning institutions, community-based organisations and government agencies across Western Kenya.
Community dialogues, theatre and alternative rites of passage that challenge FGM and other harmful practices.
Mentorship and gender clubs that connect learners with their communities.
With the SGBV Prevention Network, Women Action Forum for Networking and national human rights educators.
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Strong administration, finance and people systems that keep KEFEADO effective and accountable.
Watch
Highlights from the launch of the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion report at the Grace Onyango Hall, where community voices met county decision makers.
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Our open door approach builds change from within communities. Through Sports for Change tournaments, community theatre and school mentorship, we work with girls and boys, women and men to shift attitudes on gender-based violence, FGM and harmful cultural practices.
We believe every human being is entitled to the full enjoyment of their human rights.
Who we work with
February 2023
Unequal access to jobs and decision making keeps the needs of women with disabilities off the agenda. Eunice Atieno is changing that.
February 2023
Rosemary Wamjiku on moving from the fringes to the decision-making table.
February 2023
Vallent Adhiambo from Migori is challenging myths about people living with epilepsy.
June 2020
Immaculate Oliech on why Kisumu needs community forums so women are not left behind in the pandemic.
Field stories, events, volunteer calls and new reports from KEFEADO, a few times a year.
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