Who We Are

• Promote Reproductive Health Access

Ensure that refugee women and girls in Nairobi have access to comprehensive, high-quality reproductive health services, including education, contraception, maternal care, and preventative screenings, by establishing safe, accessible medical clinics and outreach programs.

• Empower Women and Girls Through Education 

Equip refugee women and girls with knowledge and skills on reproductive health, self-care, and gender equality through workshops, training sessions, and community engagement to enable them to make informed decisions about their bodies and futures.

• Combat Gender-Based Violence and Injustice  

 Provide a safe and supportive environment where survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) can seek help, receive counseling, and access legal assistance, while also conducting awareness campaigns and advocacy to prevent GBV within refugee communities.

• Foster Economic Independence 

Empower refugee women with vocational training, entrepreneurship opportunities, and capacity-building programs that enhance their economic independence and reduce their vulnerability to exploitation and abuse.

• Strengthen Community Support Networks  

Develop partnerships with local and international stakeholders, including healthcare providers, government agencies, and humanitarian organizations, to build a robust support network that addresses the holistic needs of refugee women and girls.

• Enhance Medical Outreach for Vulnerable Populations  

Conduct regular free medical checkups and health interventions for underprivileged refugee communities to reduce mortality and morbidity rates related to preventable and treatable health conditions, particularly for reproductive health and maternal care.

• Advocate for Policy Change and Refugee Rights

Advocate for policy reforms at the national and local levels that improve healthcare access, education, and legal protections for refugee women and girls, and work to ensure that their rights are recognized and upheld by all relevant institutions.

• Foster Mental and Emotional Well-being  

Provide mental health support, including counseling services and community programs, to address the trauma, stress, and emotional burdens faced by refugee women and girls, helping them to heal and thrive in their new environments.

• Promote Inclusivity and Cultural Understanding  

Foster a culturally sensitive approach in all programs that respects the diverse backgrounds of Somali, Ethiopian, Sudanese, and other refugee communities, while promoting gender equality and women’s rights within these cultural frameworks.

By pursuing these objectives, Safe Womanhood-Kenya aims to create lasting change in the lives of refugee women and girls, helping them move from survival to empowerment and building a stronger, healthier community for generations to come.