The Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) is honored to be part of the 12th Annual National Indigenous Women Conference 2026 in Isiolo County, bringing together Indigenous women, leaders, community representatives, organizations, partners, and allies from across Kenya. This year’s conference is being held under the theme: “Rangelands and Pastoralists: Lands in Motion, Women as Stewards of Knowledge and […]
KOWYN had the honor of hosting Mr. Daniel Wanjama, Director of Seed Savers Network, for a courtesy visit to our project sites in Chemoson. The visit was a chance to showcase KOWYN’s ongoing agroecology initiatives and explore opportunities for a partnership that could shape the future of Indigenous food systems in the region. Touring KOWYN’s Community-Led Initiatives During the field […]
The Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) recently visited the Milimani Women Group in Esageri, Baringo County, to officially welcome them into our growing network of community groups. More than a formal introduction, the visit was a chance to meet face to face, learn from one another, and strengthen a shared commitment to sustainable agriculture. Agroecology Training for Women […]
Beekeeping for youth in Chemoson has just taken a big step forward. The Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) has distributed beehives to the Kalyet Tree Nursery Self Help Group, a youth group based in Chemoson, Baringo County, Kenya. For these young people, it marks the beginning of an exciting new journey into beekeeping, and a fresh opportunity to […]
Monitoring Progress in Maji Mazuri Forest: Restoring Nature, Strengthening Climate Resilience At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), restoration does not end when a tree is planted. It continues through consistent monitoring, community stewardship, and a shared commitment to ensuring every seedling has the opportunity to grow into a thriving forest. As part of our ongoing landscape restoration […]
The strength of the Ogiek people is built upon the resilience, wisdom, and unwavering commitment of our women. As the primary protectors of our families and the sacred stewards of our land, Ogiek women are the heartbeat of our community. This week, the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) hosted a powerful Women’s Leadership and Rights Training session, bringing […]
At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we believe that the health of our community is inextricably linked to the health of our ancestral lands. Our indigenous plants are more than just vegetation; they are the pharmacy, the history, and the spirit of the Ogiek people. Today, we are thrilled to announce the start of a transformative new […]
This World Environment Day, the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) chose to look both inward at our ancestral heritage and outward at the pressing global challenges of our time. We gathered as a community—women, youth, elders, and leaders—to reflect on our sacred responsibility as custodians of the land and to reaffirm our commitment to environmental protection. Grounding Action […]
At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we recognize that the true value of our agricultural labor is often lost in the days immediately following the harvest. Too much of our bounty—the result of careful, organic farming—goes to waste due to lack of processing capacity or market access. To bridge this gap, we recently hosted a comprehensive Value […]
This week, the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) headed into the vibrant hills of Sigoro to mark World Biodiversity Day. Under the global theme “Acting Locally for Global Impact,” we partnered with the Moiben Self-Help Group to demonstrate how our traditional practices—when combined with modern sustainable techniques—can serve as a powerful engine for both ecological restoration and community […]