Okong'o Dickson
@dickson_okongo
Founder/Executive Director @Stretchersyouth. //Human rights Advocate//Peace champion//@YALIRLCEA alumni//Certified Mediator// Love God//Husband//Father.
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http://www.stretchersyouths.org 10-08-2015 08:59:11
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#WELEAD Mentorship is about creating a pathway to ease the burden of starting from ground zero. Today, we had an incredibly enriching mentorship session with our We Lead Ke Rightsholders, focusing on two powerful pillars of growth: pitching business ideas and personal branding.
Yesterday, under the #MYPOA Project funded by Population Connection Archived, we joined our subgrantee partner Elimu Care, which brought together young people in Kisauni Sub-County for an eye-opening exploration of culture’s role in shaping our communities. #YOWO #13YearsOfImpact
We are thrilled to share a major highlight from ICFP 2025 in Bogotá, Colombia. STRETCHERS YOUTH ORGANIZATION, through the @IBP_network & the World Health Organization (WHO), had the distinct honor of leading a dynamic World Café session titled: “Stirring Up Fresh Solutions for Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE).”
Honored to represent STRETCHERS YOUTH ORGANIZATION #ICFP2025 in Bogotá 🇨🇴!Together with the #IBP Network and WHO, we led a World Café session on Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) — exploring how to overcome conservative norms and teacher altitude.
Today, under the Kujenga Amani Pamoja Project, co-funded by the European Union In Kenya and implemented by WeWorld GVC Global in partnership with STRETCHERS YOUTH ORGANIZATION, the project team paid a courtesy visit to the CECM for Social Services & Talent Management, Kwale County, Madam Francisca Kilonzo.
Yesterday, under the #SheriaYaVijana Project, co-funded by the European Union In Kenya and implemented by our lead partner Barnfonden in partnership with STRETCHERS YOUTH ORGANIZATION, we proudly hosted the Kwale County Project Launch. #YOWO #EUinKenya #GreenDigitalYouth #GreenTransition
The future of Kwale is Green & Digital. Last week, we launched the #SheriaYaVijana Project, a 3-year initiative co-funded by European Union In Kenya and led by Barnfonden with partners including STRETCHERS YOUTH ORGANIZATION and others. 🎥 Courtesy: TV 47 Digital #YOWO #GreenDigitalYouth #EUinKenya
Recently, under the Kujenga Amani Pamoja Project, co-funded by the European Union In Kenya and implemented by WeWorld GVC Global in partnership with STRETCHERS YOUTH ORGANIZATION, we participated in a Peace Connect / Townhall Security Meeting held in Tsimba Golini Ward, Matuga Sub-County, Kwale County.
The legal aid was conducted with the support of Kituo Cha Sheria and coordinated with the area Chief. The engagement created a safe and informative space where community members could better understand their rights and the practical steps they can take to resolve everyday disputes.