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UN Women Kenya

@unwomenkenya

@UN_Women is the @UN entity for #genderequality and women’s empowerment. Tweets are from our office in Kenya.

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✨ We are proud to partner with KEWOPA to enhance women's political participation by equipping them with leadership, advocacy, and communications skills. 🇰🇪

🔷 Funded by Canada in Kenya, Somalia and Uganda 🇨🇦



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✨ We are proud to partner with @KEWOPA to enhance women's political participation by equipping them with leadership, advocacy, and communications skills. 🇰🇪 🔷 Funded by @CanHCKenya 🇨🇦 ✅ #genderequality #womeninleadership 🔗shorturl.at/ktRX2
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#MenEndFGM(@MenEndFGM) 's Twitter Profile Photo

From our recent ToTs, it's evident that many men are unaware of the realities of .This lack of knowledge perpetuates the continuation of this Our mission is to educate men & boys, working towards a world where girls are safe from FGM

From our recent #MaleChampions ToTs, it's evident that many men are unaware of the realities of #FGM.This lack of knowledge perpetuates the continuation of this #HarmfulPractice Our mission is to educate men & boys, working towards a world where girls are safe from FGM #MenEndFGM
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State Department For Gender and Affirmative Action(@gender_ke) 's Twitter Profile Photo

HAPPENING: INAUGURATION OF THE GENERATION EQUALITY FORUM (GEF) STEERING COMMITTEE.
State Department For Gender and Affirmative Action is convening a national multi-sectoral oversight committee that will provide a comprehensive guidance and leadership to accelerate the implementation of Kenya's GEF GBV action.

HAPPENING: INAUGURATION OF THE GENERATION EQUALITY FORUM (GEF) STEERING COMMITTEE. @gender_ke is convening a national multi-sectoral oversight committee that will provide a comprehensive guidance and leadership to accelerate the implementation of Kenya's GEF GBV action.
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Kenya Law Reform Commission(@klrcKE) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today we International Development Law Organization @unwomen launch the Report on Strengthening Gender Equality in Law: Mapping Discriminatory Laws Against Women and Girls. The media is invited to join us at Fairmont the Norfolk Hotel, Nairobi

Today we @IDLO @unwomen launch the Report on Strengthening Gender Equality in Law: Mapping Discriminatory Laws Against Women and Girls. #genderequality The media is invited to join us at Fairmont the Norfolk Hotel, Nairobi
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Kenya Law Reform Commission(@klrcKE) 's Twitter Profile Photo

is a key principle in our governance framework and needs for it to be realized. Tomorrow, UN Women Kenya @idlo launch a report on Strengthening Gender Equality in Law... join as we unveil the findings

#genderequality is a key principle in our governance framework and needs #equalityinlaw for it to be realized. Tomorrow, @unwomenkenya @idlo launch a report on Strengthening Gender Equality in Law... join as we unveil the findings
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We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of our dear Zebib Kavuma.

A fearless advocate for , her courage was truly inspiring.

Our thoughts are with her family during this time.

🙏We are forever grateful for her enthusiasm on .

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UN Women Africa(@unwomenafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We mourn the loss of Ms. Zebib Kavuma, ESARO Deputy Regional Director. A steadfast champion for gender equality, her work advanced the rights of women and girls in Africa. Her kindness and passion left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Our hearts are with her family. MHSRIP!

We mourn the loss of Ms. Zebib Kavuma, ESARO Deputy Regional Director. A steadfast champion for gender equality, her work advanced the rights of women and girls in Africa. Her kindness and passion left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Our hearts are with her family. MHSRIP!
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Anna Mutavati(@annamutavati) 's Twitter Profile Photo

UN Women family is deeply saddened by the passing of our dear colleague & sister, Zebib Kavuma. We have lost a courageous & passionate champion for women’s rights. We pray for fortitude for her beloved family during this difficult time. We will sorely miss her. RIP sis 😢 💔🙏🏿

@UN_Women family is deeply saddened by the passing of our dear colleague & sister, Zebib Kavuma. We have lost a courageous & passionate champion for women’s rights. We pray for fortitude for her beloved family during this difficult time. We will sorely miss her. RIP sis 😢 💔🙏🏿
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.🟣Together AWCFS, we are boosting the skills of women leaders to effectively engage with media.

✨Our ultimate goal? Empowering women to reach their full potential through capacity building in areas such as strategy development & media relations, among others.

Canada in Kenya, Somalia and Uganda 🇨🇦

.🟣Together @AWCFS, we are boosting the skills of women leaders to effectively engage with media. ✨Our ultimate goal? Empowering women to reach their full potential through capacity building in areas such as strategy development & media relations, among others. @CanHCKenya 🇨🇦
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.Uraia Trust supported by UN Women Kenya🇰🇪, has brought together women leaders from 7 Counties to enhance their participation in decision-making processes to promote governance.

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Funded by Canada in Kenya, Somalia and Uganda🇨🇦

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.@UraiaTrust supported by @unwomenkenya🇰🇪, has brought together women leaders from 7 Counties to enhance their participation in decision-making processes to promote #inclusive governance. 🟪#genderequality #womeninleadership Funded by @CanHCKenya🇨🇦 🔗👉shorturl.at/gkrMR
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Uraia Trust(@UraiaTrust) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In partnership with UN Women Kenya supported by Global Affairs Canada . We are currently conducting a national women leaders convention. The theme for the convention is advancing gender equality and inclusive decision-making in Kenya.

In partnership with @unwomenkenya supported by @GAC_Corporate . We are currently conducting a national women leaders convention. The theme for the convention is advancing gender equality and inclusive decision-making in Kenya.
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Wangu Kanja Foundation(@WanguKanjaF) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Sexual violence in Kenya is deeply rooted in gendered inequalities and disproportionately affects women and girls. Despite it's acknowledgement as a human right violence in all laws and police, survivors continue to face many challenges.


End Sexual Violence

Sexual violence in Kenya is deeply rooted in gendered inequalities and disproportionately affects women and girls. Despite it's acknowledgement as a human right violence in all laws and police, survivors continue to face many challenges. #EndSexualViolenceKE End Sexual Violence
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UN Women Africa(@unwomenafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

✅ Women are not passive actors in climate action
✅Meaningful participation by women in decision-making around climate change requires more than presence
✅ Climate frameworks are a great opportunity to identify adaptation & mitigation needs both for women and men

✅ Women are not passive actors in climate action ✅Meaningful participation by women in decision-making around climate change requires more than presence ✅ Climate frameworks are a great opportunity to identify adaptation & mitigation needs both for women and men #ActforEqual
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Uraia Trust(@UraiaTrust) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Through the support of Denmark in Kenya and in partnership with the European Union In Kenya , German Cooperation, Foreign Common Wealth & Development office, Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, Irish Aid, UN Women Kenya and UNDP Kenya .

Through the support of @denmarkinkenya and in partnership with the @EUinKenya , German Cooperation, Foreign Common Wealth & Development office, Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, Irish Aid, @unwomenkenya and @UNDPKenya .
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#MenEndFGM(@MenEndFGM) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Supported by AmplifyChange Ex-cutter, survivor & facilitator educate Theera Primary students. Drawing from personal experiences they educate them on health protection, responsible choices & defending their during the holidays. Awareness

Supported by @amplifyfund Ex-cutter, survivor & facilitator educate Theera Primary students. Drawing from personal experiences they educate them on health protection, responsible choices & defending their #Rights during the holidays. #EducationEmpowers #RightsAwareness #MenEndFGM
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✨ What a privilege to join the 📍Murang’a Baskets Weavers Expo. led by Anna Mutavati.

🟪 At UN Women Kenya, we are proud to support social and economic transformation through women and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises ( ).

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✨ What a privilege to join the 📍Murang’a Baskets Weavers Expo. #today led by @annamutavati. 🟪 At @unwomenkenya, we are proud to support social and economic transformation through women and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (#MSMEs). #WomenEmpowerment 🇰🇪
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Kiunga Youth Bunge Initiative(@KYBI_ke) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In Majembeni, where tensions between farmers and herders persist, hope glimmers brightly thanks to Kiunga Youth Bunge Initiative 's dialogue circles under the TUJADILIANE Program by UN Women Kenya . With women leaders actively involved, we're diving deep into the roots of conflict.

In Majembeni, where tensions between farmers and herders persist, hope glimmers brightly thanks to @KYBI_ke 's dialogue circles under the TUJADILIANE Program by @unwomenkenya . With women leaders actively involved, we're diving deep into the roots of conflict. #Tujadiliane
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Kiunga Youth Bunge under Tujadiliane program , supported by UN Women, hosted a Women-Led Mediation Clinic in Tewe Bahari Ward, resolving family conflicts & saving futures. Together, we prove unity & dialogue can overcome any challenge.

Kiunga Youth Bunge under Tujadiliane program , supported by @UN_Women, hosted a Women-Led Mediation Clinic in Tewe Bahari Ward, resolving family conflicts & saving futures. Together, we prove unity & dialogue can overcome any challenge.#Tujadiliane #ConflictResolution
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We are supporting dialogues in , providing platforms for communities to engage freely.

▶️ In collaboration with Mlango & Burat joint grazing committees, we are promoting sustainable peace through -the-tree discussions.

Anna Mutavati UN Kenya 🇰🇪 UN Women Africa

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