Foundational education is essential for lifelong education and socio-economic growth. As the bedrock, ECD must receive priority attention in policy and practice. (FCDC Panel Session in the 6th National ECD Conference in Garissa).

"You can’t talk about development and leave children behind. Investing in ECD means investing in nutrition, safety, education—and dignity. This is the foundation of any strong county." — FCDC CEO, 6th ECD Conference, Garissa

Our Director, Prof Amina Abubakar, at the 6th National ECD Stakeholders' Conference. She highlighted the importance of developing support systems that can equip young mothers with the skills and resources necessary to raise healthy children. Read more: pntvafrica.com/articles/top-s…

All 10 FCDC Kenya counties are present and committed at the 6th ECD Stakeholders Conference in Garissa! CECMs for *Education , health and Water from across the region have shown up—because investing in our children isn’t optional, it’s essential.

As we conclude our 6th ECD conference in Garrisa as FCDC we are proud on the ongoing ECD programmes in wajir FCDC Kenya #Wajir

Lamu County is developing its first-ever Child Protection Policy! With 91K+ children, the future is young—but challenges like neglect + school dropout demand action. Together, we’re building a safer, child-centered Lamu. @AgaKhan Lamu County IDRC | CRDI

From policy to protection Lamu’s 3-day workshop on child protection kicks off after the ECDKenya conference, grounded in the Children Act 2022. Local leaders and partners are shaping a bold future for every child.

In Lamu, a powerful conversation is unfolding—a commitment to protect every child through a locally driven Child Protection Policy. Proud to partner with AKU IHD , represented by Ms. Linnet Kaloki, the County Government of Lamu, and IDRC | CRDI to make this vision real.

Through our #CareForAll project, we are proud to support Lamu County’s efforts to develop a context-specific Child Protection Policy. Together, we are creating safer & more nurturing environments for children by integrating community-based childcare models and evidence from Lamu.

Join Us at the Devolution Conference 2025 – Side event Titled - Advancing Inclusive, Accessible, and Quality ECD Services through County-Level Coordination and Investment! 🌟 Don’t miss this high-level Side Event hosted by ECD Network for Kenya in collaboration with Kidogo ,

We’re excited to spotlight a key Side Event at the upcoming devolution conference: Advancing Inclusive, Accessible & Quality ECD Services through county level coordination, investment, & action. This session hosted by ECD Network for Kenya with FCDC Kenya, Kidogo, CatholicRelief

We just wrapped up a powerful 3-day Child Protection Policy Workshop in Lamu County. A big win: the formation of a Technical Working Group (TWG) and a clear roadmap for developing a responsive, inclusive policy to protect every child.

Grateful for the insights of all participants and the support of H.E. Governor Issa Timamy, who reaffirmed his commitment to a safer Lamu for all children. With IDRC | CRDI and AKU Institute for Human Development we're putting child protection at the heart of policy and practice.

FCDC Governors, led by Chair H.E. Mohamud Ali Gov Mohamud M. Ali, EGH . met with Swiss Ambassador H.E. Mirko Giulietti Embassy of Switzerland in Nairobi to deepen a decade-long partnership. Key focus: devolution, livelihoods, peace, youth, and cross-border cooperation in Northern Kenya.

WATCH: Invitation from Hon. Mohamed Ibrahim Elmi, CBS, Chairperson, National Livestock Development and Promotion Service (NLDPS). As Kenya prepares for the Kenya Meat Expo 2025, Hon. Elmi invites stakeholders, investors, producers, and the public to engage in shaping a more