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 […]
At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we understand that bees are far more than just insects; they are the silent architects of our food security and the vital stewards of our ecosystem health. This year, for World Bee Day 2026, we joined forces with the Perkerra Environmental Group to celebrate under the theme: “Together for People and […]
For the Ogiek people, beekeeping is far more than an agricultural endeavor—it is our lifeline. It is a practice woven into the very fabric of our heritage, a deep-rooted way of life that we have protected for generations and continue to thrive in today. To honor this connection, we recently convened with the Tarakwet Tai Youth Group and the Kamara […]
At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we believe that the most resilient seeds are those that carry the history of our land. Earlier this week, we took another meaningful step in our mission to reclaim our agricultural heritage by officially handing over a diverse collection of indigenous seeds to the Moiben Self-Help Group in Sigoro. These are […]
At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we understand that a community’s independence is inextricably linked to its ability to feed itself. More importantly, it is linked to the seeds it keeps. Today, we are proud to announce a significant milestone in our food sovereignty journey: the official launch of two new community seed banks for the Taachasis […]
At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we believe that education is not just about transferring information—it is about honoring the wisdom that has sustained our ancestors for millennia. This week, we reached a major milestone in our journey toward food sovereignty: the conclusion of our two-day workshop focused on Agroecology and Indigenous Food Systems Curriculum Development. Day […]