Updates

Korogocho community marches for disability inclusion and caregiver recognition

May 1, 2025

Under the bright morning sun of April 26, 2025, a powerful statement for inclusion and recognition unfolded in Korogocho as a vibrant crowd gathered for the "Husisha Wote" (Include Everyone) Walk.

NEWA staff bolster evaluation skills with outcome harvesting training

April 30, 2025

The Network of Ethiopian Women's Associations (NEWA), a key WE-Care partner, recently concluded a comprehensive capacity-strengthening training focused on the innovative outcome harvesting approach to program evaluation.

Girls lead the charge for care justice at East Africa Summit

April 30, 2025

Adolescent and young girls from across Kenya converged at the Nairobi Leadership Academy for a powerful side event during the East Africa Girls Lead Summit 2025 in 23-25 April.

Bridging borders for change: Zimbabwe and Kenya’s shared journey in valuing care work

March 31, 2025

In a significant step towards advancing the recognition and support of unpaid care and domestic work (UCDW), a delegation from Zimbabwe embarked on a pivotal learning exchange visit to Kenya from March 11th to 14th.

WE-Care partners join CSW69, reflect on progress made

March 31, 2025

In March 2025, WE-Care partners from Uganda and Zimbabwe participated in CSW69 where they were panelists for different side events. Bekezela and Oxfam in Zimbabwe participated in the CSW 69th Session side event in collaboration with the Governments of  Kenya, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Akina Mama wa Afrika, and AWAK on the intersection of policymaking, women’s political leadership, and care work.

Kenyan police women and care champions unite for gender justice dialogue

March 31, 2025

The ground-breaking session focused on the critical nexus of UCDW, GBV, and access to justice, issues that acutely impact women and impede their full participation in society.

Diverse voices at Uhuru Park advocate for economic empowerment of young Kenyans with disabilities

March 20, 2025

On March 7, 2025, Uhuru Park became a vibrant forum for advocating inclusive economic empowerment for young Kenyans with disabilities.

AWAK cultivates male champions for care-friendly policies in Kitui and Mombasa counties

March 14, 2025

The Association of Women in Agriculture Kenya (AWAK) is actively fostering male champions in Kitui and Mombasa Counties through targeted engagement of men and boys.

Kenya’s community health promoters demand recognition and support through policy engagement

March 1, 2025

Community Health Promoters (CHPs) are a key pillar in providing primary care to underserved communities, yet their contributions often go unrecognized and unsupported. During a policy engagement session held on 14 February 2025 under the WE-Care project, participants explored the 5Rs framework as a foundation for advocating gender-responsive policies and investments in care infrastructure.

ALF fuels young African women’s advocacy for policy change

February 28, 2025

As part of its regional advocacy effort to strengthen the capacity of Young Women in Africa, the Africa Leadership Foundation (ALF) was actively involved in the capacity building of over 100 young girls from across the continent during the 13th GIMAC Young Women Network Advocacy awareness-raising session held in February 2025.