Running for office has not been a walk in the path. When I tell you that the environment is uneven for women, it truly is. Please watch this feature by
@BBCAfrica
to have a look. I am humbled to be featured along Deputy President Running Mate
@MarthaKarua
&
@BEATRICEELACHI
"Any woman who actually joins politics is a prostitute."
Kenya's women politicians tell us that they're running to make change in the country, despite facing the same old sexist challenges.
#KenyaDecides2022
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#KenyaElections
@ntvkenya
Looking at comments from fellow men, I understand why when men go through sexual violence they remain silent BCE the 1st people to shame & mock him is his fellow men. No wonder suicide is higher in men because they do not talk about their struggles. SMH!
I am a young woman who ran for office in Kenya in the 2022 General Elections and I was in dire need of knowing what next after intense political campaigns. I watched
@MichelleObama
's documentary on 'Becoming' book tour and here are the lessons that gave me direction. A thread:
My fellow coloured people, human rights defenders, marginalized communities, I need your help. Please blow this up until justice is met. I would like to share my engagement with
@Meta
& how I was treated with what I felt was Racist.
THREAD.
I congratulate H.E. President
@WilliamsRuto
& Hon.
@RailaOdinga
for their readiness to engage in dialogue to resolve differences on national issues through peaceful means & preserve
#Kenya
's unity & constitutional order. Hongera wa Kenya!
@DrWorkneh
"Political leadership is new in my family but warrior blood runs in my veins. My grandfather was a MauMau Freedom Fighter."
Read more from the article....
#Theta001
I am overjoyed that most of you have inquired on how you can come in and support my bid. Here is how. My Paybill is on my Poster. Also, if you wish to support me in kind my DM is open. Asante Sana ♥️
#WeCanDoIt
#Wanjiku4Wanjiku
#Theta001
Joining
@FeministCovenKe
in remembering the many lives Kenyan women have lost at the hands of violent men. Today we especially remember Velvine Nungari & cry out for justice 💔
#JusticeForVelvine
This is the woman we are voting in as Ms. President and I would vouch for her over and over! 💯
@BinaMaseno
is determined to continue creating solutions to Kenya's challenges through
@Badili_A
.
#MsPresident2022
"Rejection is more valuable than inaction. All that I have learned until now has been because of rejections. Inaction didn’t teach me a thing." Neeraj Agnihotri .
This 2023, I have received a No from both
@WashFellowship
&
@ObamaFoundation
. Broke my heart? Yes of course but we
Today, Moderated by
@OfficialJMbugua
,
@ActionAid_Kenya
will be launching the 'National Advocacy Coalition of Women Economic Empowerment.'
Investing in women's econ. empowerment sets a direct path towards gender equality, poverty eradication & inclusive economic growth.
#WEE
@monaeltahawy
We begin showing them the light this early! We are building a revolution. We are a huge fan of your work Feminist Giant! It's giviiiing! ♥️
As we celebrate the
#InternationalDayOfTheGirl
today, I applaud all concerted efforts from both women and male champions. This years' theme is, "Our time is now—our rights, our future". I concur with it, Women belong in all places where decions are being made.
“Rwanda is an example of how a country can rise from the ashes of the Genocide to be a model for social development globally.” Lamin M. Manneh, One UN Resident Coordinator for Rwanda
#Kwibuka29
An insightful discussion there
@ChiggaiCS
. Listening to you address the 2/3 gender rule continues to solidify my resolute belief in your leadership. We encourage the govt to continue appointing young women to leadership platforms as we are present & qualified.
I will sadly acknowledge this, I am now used to being trolled. Sexualized attacks and appearance based attacks no longer shock me. This however does not mean that it doesn't hurt me. It does...
#ShePersisted
#FumbuaUkweli
It has been a long week of training on Violence Against Women & Girls in Kajiado County. Social behavioural Change is not easy but gradual.
The situation on the ground is very grim. Very. Alot of concerted effort is needed. Lets continue focussing on the ground.
Communications has always been a passion for me & aligning it with the development efforts I contribute towards our community gives more reward & results. Looking forward to joining
@GP_Kenya
tomorrow from 11 am EAT as they debunk 'Communications for Development.'
#Comms4Dev
Just graduated as a Futurist awardee from the Africa Foresight Lab by
@LongviewKenya
ran by Dr.
@Katindisivi
. My mental models were consistently enagaged & I unlearned alot of biases. My passion is seeing Sexual Reproductive Health as a key development Agenda in Kenya
Together with fellow Youth leaders, we yesterday paid a Courtesy call to the
#RunForOffice
Campaign Lead
@AdumaWilkister
. Young people are running for office!
I was delighted to join my MP Koimburi wa Juja as he launched the Kshs. 50 million bursary fund for the financial year 2023/2024 and the 4.7km William Waithaka road at Murera Ward.
#jujanowira
#koimburiwajuja
Today is International Volunteers Day and we here at
@WorldUniService
Ke are engaging young people by building their technical expertise to enable them run their organization more fluidly and increase impact.
#WUSCKE
#IVD2022
It was an honour being hosted by
@BBCNews
on their Channel Africa Daily. Excited to have spoken alongside Hon.
@TunduALissu
on why young people aren't in political leadership in Africa. Have a listen! Link 👇
We have lost Comrade Steve Chege 😓. Through God’s love, I pray that may he grant his family the comfort that He alone can give. My heart is with you.
Gone too soon.
Attending the Pan African Media Conference on Debt and Dev that will increase my capacity to understand issues of debt and dev. This conference will also equip the participants to actively and boldly engage and influence decisions towards prudent debt management.
#MediaConf21
@KunguWaNjenga
@inoorotv
This is my grandfather. It was so melancholic to watch him fall on Mainstream Media 😭. I was so worried
@inoorotv
I hope you change your seats.
As we wrap up the 2022 Elections, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the fourth Estate for their utmost effort in acknowledging & supporting young women running for office. 1/2
Never be ashamed of trying. Effortlessness is a Myth. Put in that effort. Someone is watching.... God is watching and so are your ancestors 📌
Happy Week!
#KairituKarutiWira
Events at Parliament buildings during the launch of Climate Action Guide for Young Legislators.
The launch was presided over by the Royal Danish Embassy Ambassador to Kenya H. E. Ole Thonke.
Attending
@fidakenya
's Vote-A-Dada Women leadership Academy week.
Elated to be in a space that is at the fore supporting women who are running for office.
I am honoured to be a panelist in tomorrow's discussion on
#Covid19
& its contribution towards
#DomesticViolence
. I also look forward to debunking the rising
#Femicide
cases in Kenya & its averse effects on
#Women
.