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We were honoured to host the first lady of the United States of America,
@FLOTUS
Dr.Jill Biden, who visited a nutrition outreach programme run by
@WorldVisionKE
in Lesoit, Kajiado County. She emphasised the need for concerted efforts in supporting communities affected by drought.
World Vision Kenya has donated 11,416 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) worth over KSh.50 million to the Ministry of Health(
@MOH_Kenya
), for use by health workers. The kits comprise of surgical masks, shoe covers, scrub bottoms, aprons and coveralls.
Today, we joined the County Government of Nairobi, the Ministry of Health among other stakeholders to mark the
#WorldMentalHealthDay
and call for concerted efforts to end
#stigma
that prevents those affected from getting the required support.
We congratulate Lady Justice Martha Koome on her appointment as the first female Chief Justice of Kenya. Thank you for you long-term commitment and zeal to champion children's rights and justice in Kenya.
#MondayInspiration
Happening Now! Our Ag National Director Geoffrey Kativa has joined HRH Crown Princess Victoria of 🇸🇪 Sweden,
@CarolineVicini
, the Swedish ambassador to Kenya & other dignitaries for the handover of SEK 25 Million towards our
#IMARA
Programme funded by
@Sida
through
@SwedeninKE
.
The application process for our Graduate Internship Programme (GRIP) - 2024 intake is open. 👌
If you believe you have meet the criteria, apply today:
Deadline: 6th September 2023.
#WorldVision
#Internship
It was a pleasure hosting
@WorldVision
International President & CEO, Andrew Morley
@andrewmorley0
in Kenya. He called for increased support & commitment to tackle
#drought
caused by
#ClimateChange
, which has taken a toll on vulnerable children & families.
Today we launched a KSh.136 million project seeking to construct a secondary school at Akoret location in Baringo County, through our Kenya Big Dream Programme funded by
@MargoDay_
. It will be implemented in partnership with the national & county government.
“Am proud to say that I was a sponsored child by
@WorldVisionKE
. They paid my school fees. I received letters from the sponsor. Thanks for the work you are doing in Marsabit County of changing the lives of people” Mathew Loltome, county speaker marsabit
Today, we launched the Strong Women Strong World (SWSW) Project at Nkaroni, Samburu County. The programme focuses on the empowerment of women & girls through integrating water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) with economic enabling interventions
Today,the
#JoiningForcesKE
is launching a
#ChildProtection
project supported by
@EUinKenya
seeking to protect children from violence during the current
#COVID19
pandemic & beyond.Stay tuned&follow the virtual launch through the World Vision Kenya Youtube:
We are grateful to all our partners for joining us on this momentous occasion on which we have officially launched the
#Salgaa
Area Programme, the first of its kind that will be locally fully funded. We give all glory to God for bringing us this far!
#TransformSalgaa
🌍Young minds, powerful change! 🚀
We are excited to be part of the
#ChildrenClimateSummit
happening today and tomorrow as children share their thoughts & help us create an Africa fit for children.
#ACS23
#ClimateActionNow
We are glad to launch our new strategy (2021-2025), which will enable us to improve the well-being of the most vulnerable children in Kenya. We are
#GoingFurther
to bring transformative change to children, families and communities.
We are participating in the inaugural
#AfricaChildrenSummit
happening in Nairobi this week (10-12 April 2023).It is a child-led forum aimed at empowering and creating a space where children feel
#Seen
#Heard
&
#Engaged
. Watch part of Day1 proceedings here:
Today, we were glad to sign the grant agreement between
@WorldVisionKE
and
@Sida
through
@SwedeninKE
, to kickstart the implementation of the Integrated Management of Natural Resources for Resilience in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (
#IMARA
Phase 2) programme.
#PartnershipsWork
As we begin our new Financial Year (FY 2022) today, we are thankful for God's mercies, blessings & providence that have enabled us to continue transforming lives in Kenya.We pray for
#HopeAndJoy
in the world, so children can thrive & enjoy life in all its fullness.
#DayofPrayer
We were honoured to meet Prof.Magoha(CS-Ministry of Education,Dr.Julius Jwan (PS-State Dept for Early Learning&Basic Education)and Dr.Sarah Ruto (CAS-Ministry of Education).We are partnering with the government to improve the quality of education for vulnerable children in Kenya.
✨We're thrilled to share that World Vision recently had a courtesy call with the talented Kenyan artist, Femi One.
✍️The conversation focused on exploring partnership opportunities between
#WorldVision
Kenya and the Femi One brand. Femi One is one of the beneficiaries from the
focus on what unites us not what divides us, to end violence against children.Our objective is a future of diginity, prosperity & peace for every child so they may thrive & feel protected." Dr. Daniel Muvengi
#ItTakesUSAllKE
to nuture
#ValuesSpiritualityInChildren
As a side event of the ongoing
#AfricaClimateSummit23
, we joined children in an inspiring tree planting session at State House Nursery School, Nairobi. The young eco-champions emphasised the importance of widespread tree planting to combat
#climatechange
in Kenya, and Africa 🌍
Andrew Morley, CEO for World Vision reminds us that together we can make a difference, by ending violence against children. When we protect children against harmful cultural practices like
#FGM
, we enable them to experience God's love & joy
@WorldVision
@andrewmorley0
Lilian Dodzo,National Director of World Vision Kenya & Prof.Kivutha Kibwana,Governor of Makueni County.We're glad to partner in the development of the Athi-Kalawa Water Project that will benefit over 70% of residents in Kalawa,one of the dry areas in Makueni.
#PartnershipsWork
Birthdays are a special time to celebrate the goodness of God in our lives. We invite you to make your special day count by pledging it to give back to vulnerable children in Salgaa.
#TransformSalgaa
Register & learn more here:
We are happy to begin our new Financial Year (FY2021) with renewed commitment and dedication to achieve God's purpose for humanity as we transform the lives of children, families and communities.
#DayOfPrayer
Ahead of the
#WorldWaterDay
, join us live on
@KTNNewsKE
this morning (9-10am) as we offer insights into innovative approaches for enhancing access to clean and safe water for children, families and communities in Kenya.
#SDG6
Lilian Dodzo,
@WorldVisionKE
National Director chats with Musenya,aged 88,in Kajiado County,Kenya.She's been struggling to take care of her grandchildren as
#COVID19
affected her charcoal business.We're helping these vulnerable families to stay afloat & cope well with the pandemic
Development cannot happen without behaviour change. That's why
@WorldVisionKE
is participating at the ongoing Africa Social & Behaviour Change Conference (19th -21st Feb)
#ASBCConference2019
"World Vision believes that policy implementation is critical for the realization of children’s rights, in addition to well-resourced plans both at county and national level. " - Lilian Dodzo, National Director.
#DialogueForAction
We were glad to host staff members from the International Finance Corporation (
@IFC_org
) in Mathare, where
@WorldVisionKE
is implementing various development projects aimed at transforming the lives of children and families in urban informal settlements.
Today, we signed an MOU with the County Government of Kilifi that will enhance collaborative efforts for service delivery to communities in the county, and open up opportunities for investment ventures aligned to the county’s & World Vision's strategic focus areas.
World Vision Kenya Board, staff members, and invited guests today have the privilege of visiting Ilbissil Children’s Centre in Kajiado County. The centre is home to over 70 children rescued from early marriage, FGM, extreme poverty, and other social ills.
#HopeForIlbissil
Tune into
@citizentvkenya
#SemaNaCitizen
from 11am -1pm today. Our
@WorldVisionKE
Drylands Development (DRYDEV) Director Bernard Mulei (right) – together with other experts - are discussing ways farmers can mitigate water challenges&get good harvests despite insufficient rains.
We were honoured to host the Baringo County Governor, Benjamin Cheboi.We explored ways of collaboration to improve the well-being of children & their families. We also discussed ways to incorporate children's views in the ongoing County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) process.
We honour our brave humanitarians who risk their lives to serve the most vulnerable children & their families,
#NoMatterWhat
.
"God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people...”- Hebrews 6:10.
#WorldHumanitarianDay
Earlier today, we joined children, government officials, civil society organisations among other stakeholders for an early launch of the
#16DaysOfActivism
against Gender-Based Violence campaign in Kenya.
#16DaysOfActivism2022
#EndGBV
We are glad to be participating in this year's
#NGOSWeek2020
,convened by the
@ngoboardkenya
at KICC (Jan 28-30). We welcome you all to come and learn about our various projects that are changing the lives of children,families and communities in Kenya.
#LivesCanChangeforGood
It was a pleasure hosting Per Olsson Fridh, Swedish Minister for International Development Co-operation.He visited our
#IMARA
programme interventions that have improved the livelihoods of pastoral communities in Northern Kenyan.
#IMARA
is funded by
@Sida
through
@SwedeninKE
We are inviting applications for the World Vision Kenya 2023 Graduate Internship Programme (GRIP). Find more details about this opportunity and how to apply here:
We were honored to host former World Vision Kenya staff and founding members at our offices this past weekend. The meeting was geared towards reconnecting, networking, and strengthening relationships between World Vision Kenya and its Alumni.
We supported the construction of a 180-bed capacity dormitory for girls at Moigutwo Secondary School in Bartabwa. It has improved the education performance of girls and reduced cases of
#ChildMarriage
&
#TeenPregnancies
in Baringo County, Kenya.
Left-Right: Lilian Dodzo (
@WorldVisionKe
National Director)and Lauren Landis (
@WFP_Kenya
Country Director).We are glad to continue working together with
@WFP
to improve the well-being of children,families & communities through enhanced household
#FoodSecurity
.
#PartnershipsWork
Children at the
#AfricaChildrenSummit
reiterated the need for joint efforts in ending
#FGM
,
#ChildMarriage
, neglect & other forms of abuse. They also want solutions to be found, for addressing
#ClimateChange
effects like prolonged droughts & floods that affect their well-being.
Lilian Dodzo (Right), National Director for World Vision Kenya takes part in a hand washing demonstration exercise at Kariobangi North. We continue to create awareness on recommended hygiene practices aimed at minimising the spread of
#COVID19
in communities.
Big Announcement! 🎉
#WorldVision
commits US $1.7 billion to end
#childhunger
& malnutrition in Africa through the
#ENOUGH
campaign. Our Operations Director,
@MbembeMiriam
was thrilled to be at the launch which is part of
@WorldVision
's global campaign aimed at ending
We congratulate close to 100 young women that graduated today with professional/technical skills suited for Kenya's building & construction industry, thanks to a training initiative rolled out by our
@USAID
#TumikiaMtoto
Project in partnership with
@FamilyGroupFDN
&
@ArcSkillsKE
.
Our Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (
#WASH
) projects in schools are continuing to keep children safe by enabling enable them to practice frequent handwashing with soap which helps in preventing
#COVID19
and other hygiene related infections.
Congratulations Lilian Dodzo, on your new role as the Vice President of World Vision in East Africa.We appreciate your transformational leadership that steered World Vision Kenya to greater heights and contributed to the improved well-being of children in Kenya.
With great honour, I begin my new role as
@WorldVisionEARO
Regional Leader today. Excited to work alongside a determined team implementing programmes that make a significant contribution to sustainable transformation & brighter futures for vulnerable children across
#EastAfrica
.
Lilian Dodzo,National Director for World Vision Kenya (Left) at the solar powered Emarangishu Community Water Project that was completed through the support of
@WorldVisionKE
in Wema,Nakuru County. It benefits families,a health facility & school in the area.
#WaterForAll
#SDG6
We are training pastoralist communities on affordable milk preservation & value addition techniques.They learn how to make products like ghee,yoghurt & cheese.These skills have enabled families to reap more benefits from their livestock and take good care of their children.
Greetings from Isiolo County! 👋
We were delighted to be in Isiolo County this week, where the SMACHS Foundation
@smachs_org
, under the patronage of Ms. Charlene Ruto, paid us a courtesy call.
We visited the community where WorldVision Kenya, through KOICA, is implementing the
Congratulations to
#HarryandMeghan
on their
#royalwedding
day! We would like to thank Meghan Markle for all her amazing support and hard work during her time as a World Vision ambassador, and we
#WishThemWell
for the future.
World Vision in partnership with the county government of Kilifi & Tana River in Kenya, has enhanced access to clean and safe water for communities through the commissioning of two water projects that have saved women and children from walking long distances in search of water.
✨ Our team, led by National Director Gilbert Kamanga, was pleased to be part of a breakfast meeting with PS, State Department for Gender and Affirmative Action
@PSAnneWangombe
, Chairperson of the
@AFGMBoard
Ipato Surum, & CEO, Anti FGM Board Bernadette Loloju in Samburu County.
We are glad to be part of the ongoing national celebrations in Kenya to mark the
#WorldChildrensDay
& to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
#CRC30KE
#CRC30
#ItTakesUsAll
to end violence against children
Our leadership team, led by the Ag. National Director- James Ang’awa, interacts with children in Kitui County where we are implementing development projects in partnership with the County Government, aimed at improving the well-being of children & their families.
The plight of children in
#Salgaa
is alarming; they go through a myriad of challenges like child abuse, dysfunctional families & lack of basic needs. Abigael from Belbur primary school shares her story and hope for the future.
#TransformSalgaa
With your support, we have raised Ksh. 605,000 for the
#DroughtResponse
part of which has now started a feeding programme for 367 children at
#Kavunzoni
Primary School in Kilifi. 11 more schools to go, keep giving!
#LeaveNoOneBehind
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Follow us live, through this link as we launch our new strategy aimed at
#GoingFurther
to transform the lives of children, families and communities in Kenya.
WATCH:
Through the
#IMARA
programme, funded by
@Sida
via
@SwedeninKE
, we have facilitated pastoralists to reseed grass in degraded lands so as to increase pasture and enhance livestock meat & milk production. This has boosted household food security and income in ASALs.
#WorldFoodDay
The Pokot Elders from Kenya and Uganda, who are custodians of culture and tradition, are committed to using their leadership skills and influence to help end
#FGM
&
#ChildMarriage
in their communities.
#ItTakesUsAllKE
to End Violence Against Children.
✨Our project, focused on the 'Prevention of Trafficking in Persons,' has empowered climate-change-affected pastoral communities in Arapal and Otta, Marsabit County, to adopt climate-smart agriculture technologies. We’ve successfully trained 100 farmers in climate-smart
Through our sponsorship programme, we are supporting schools to tackle infrastructural challenges such as lack of furniture and classrooms, so as to ensure that learners have access to quality education
Families affected by floods at Ndabibi in Nakuru County have received Non Food Items (NFI) kits from
@WorldVisionKE
comprising of blankets, mattresses, kitchen utensils, jerry cans and hygiene supplies (soap and water purifying tablets).
READ STORY:
A year after
@WorldVision
declared a multi-country
#EastAfrica
Hunger Emergency Response,many Kenyans are still grappling with the
#drought
. Akal's family lost nearly all its cattle & struggle to get food. Tackling
#ClimateChange
will help avert such calamities.
Today,we celebrated the impact of our Enhancing Nutrition Services to Improve Maternal & Child Health (
#ENRICH
) project funded by
@GAC_Corporate
, which was implemented in Elgeyo Marakwet County in Kenya.
The Speaker of the National Assembly,
@HonWetangula
, hosted the World Vision Kenya team led by our National Director, Gilbert Kamanga. The meeting focused on the importance of
#ChildrensVoices
in policymaking and lawmaking.
Today marks a great day as we partner with
@SanlamKenya
to improve the learning environment for over 700 students. Sanlam has committed KSh. 21.1 million to improve infrastructure in three schools in Kitui and Nyeri, an initiative that will be implemented by World Vision Kenya.
Don't miss out on the action at the 2nd
@HomaBayCountyKE
International Investment Conference happening this week at Tom Mboya University. Visit the
#WorldVision
Kenya stand to learn about our programmes that promote livelihoods through climate smart approaches.
#HoBIIC2024
Children have a critical role to play in this
#climatechange
discourse, and they have something to say about it. They are presenting their solutions at the
#ChildrenClimateSummit
to leaders and other decision makers.
#ACS23
Today we marked the 2nd anniversary of our first locally funded Area Programme (branch) in
#Salgaa
, Nakuru County, by donating 260 desks (worth over KSh.1 Million), as well as 738 dignity kits and food items to Chepseon Primary School.
#TransformSalgaa
Graduation ceremony for the 2019
@WorldVisionKE
interns. We thank God for the year you've been with us, through the Graduate Internship Programme (GRIP). As your career journey progresses, may God guide your steps and use you to tranform lives and change the world!
#GRIP2019
Lilian Dodzo (National Director - World Vision Kenya) & Hon.Abdul Bahari (Chief Administrative Secretary - Ministry of Devolution & ASALs). We are glad to work together to improve the livelihoods & resilience of communities in arid and semi-arid areas.
#PartnershipsWork