In the busy settlement of Kibera, Makina Ward, Superb Community Based Organisation (CBO) finds its purpose. This feminist women-led organisation is on a mission to challenge the instruments of power that perpetuate violence against the rights of women and girls while amplifying their voices and fostering gender equality.
The Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW) was honored on Wednesday, August 16th, at the ongoing 10th Devolution Conference for its strides in promoting gender responsiveness and inclusivity. Standing out among the various institutions, CREAW emerged the winner in the prestigious CHUI category of the Devolution Awards. This category is dedicated to recognizing institutions that have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to fostering gender responsiveness and inclusivity across various demographic segments such as youth, women, children, persons with disabilities, older persons, and other vulnerable groups.
Mumina, a woman hailing from the Sokoni ward in Kilifi County, faced numerous challenges, particularly during her early years of marriage. Despite the difficulties, she took immense pride in raising her eight daughters.
Millicent Aluoch is a devoted mother of five children living in Mombasa County. Her marriage was tumultuous, with Millicent sometimes seeking refuge at her parents' house, trying to escape the violence and discord in her marriage. Yet, despite the hardships, she found herself going back to her husband, driven by her love for her children and the desire to keep the family together.
Shaney Swale, a middle-aged, single parent from Kongowea, Mombasa, thought she has met the man of her dreams in her high school boyfriend. During their nine years of dating, Shaney managed to complete her high school education and was presented with an opportunity to travel to Canada for work.
Anne Keino, a dedicated community champion hailing from Nerkwa, Elgeyo Marakwet, has taken a firm stand against the rising number of teen pregnancies in her area. She attributes this concerning trend to the illicit liquor trade that plagues her community.
In Keiyo sub-county, Moses Kiprono, a concerned parent, has observed the distressing prevalence of early pregnancies among young girls. He attributes this troubling trend to parental negligence and the grip of poverty.
Margaret, a resident of Bangladesh, Mombasa County is a charming, determined mother of three and an entrepreneur. She holds a bright vision of how her life and that of her kids will eventually turn out to be despite her rocky past.
The peaceful march organised by CREAW and supported by like-minded Women Rights Organisations was a culmination of a continued 16 days of Activism campaign to educate the public on sexual offences and address the state on protection of survivors of sexual violence.
My struggle started when I got married. While my wedding was joyful, my marriage did not experience the joy. My husband was abusive and the trauma broke me making me feel helpless
