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On April 8th, 2025, People for Peace Kenya held another youth training session at our Nairobi offices, focused on the prevention and reporting of gender-based violence (GBV). The training brought together 10 youth representatives from five of our youth-led  Self-Help Groups (SHGs), along with four invited officials from the State Department of Youth Affairs. The session provided a platform for learning, open dialogue, and meaningful engagement on the topic of GBV. Facilitated by Lydia Apiyo,

On January 20, 2025, People for Peace Kenya (PFPK) hosted a Youth Economic Empowerment Training at our Nairobi offices, for our youth-led Self-Help Groups. Facilitated by our Resource Conflict Researcher, Magdaline Moni, among those in attendance were Kupenya, Embakasi Prosperity, and Embakasi Stars SHGs. The training aimed to enhance their knowledge and practical skills in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and business development. Participants were taken through key topics such as identifying economic opportunities, financial literacy and

The Happy Sisters Self-Help Group has been instrumental in advocating for children’s rights and protection in informal settlements, with a special focus on the girl child. Through our collaboration, the group has been supported in raising awareness about children’s rights and creating safer environments for children in their communities. The Happy Sisters continue to lead efforts in protecting vulnerable children, especially those facing abuse and neglect, ensuring their rights are safeguarded. Through our collaboration, the

Mt. Carmel Self-Help Group has grown its soap-making and broom-making enterprises with the support of People for Peace Kenya (PFPK), through training and access to resources. Their skills not only generate income for the members but also contribute to the local economy by creating affordable, handmade products that benefit the community. The group is expanding its activities and achieving greater sustainability through its projects, promoting long-term economic and financial resilience for its members. Beyond economic empowerment,

People for Peace Kenya has been instrumental in supporting Embacent 10, a Self-Help Group focused on improving the lives of children through a school feeding program and kitchen garden initiative. Embacent 10 has expanded their reach, ensuring that more children in the community receive nutritious meals during school hours. Through the feeding program, the group is helping to alleviate hunger and improve the overall well-being of students, which in turn enhances their focus and academic…