October 22, 2025

Marginalised Voices Lead Policy Dialogue in Koibatek: Communities Review National Policy Draft on Ethnic Minorities and Marginalised Communities (2025–2035)

The Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) convened a highly productive public review session bringing together members of the Ogiek, Nubian, and other marginalised communities across Koibatek Sub-County to review and contribute to the First Draft of the National Policy on Ethnic Minorities and Marginalised Communities (2025–2035). The session created an open and inclusive space where community members freely […]

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October 10, 2025

Mazingira Day at St. Patrick’s Shimoni: Planting the Seeds of a Greener Future

At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we believe that environmental stewardship is a lifelong journey that begins with a single step—or in this case, a single tree. This year, we celebrated Mazingira Day in a profoundly meaningful way at St. Patrick’s Shimoni Junior Secondary School in Eldama Ravine, aligning our mission with the national theme: “Citizen-centric tree […]

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October 10, 2025

KOWYN Marks Mazingira Day with Fruitful Tree-Planting at St. Patrick’s Shimoni Junior Secondary School

The Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) joined learners, alumni, and community members at St. Patrick’s Shimoni Junior Secondary School to mark this year’s Mazingira Day under the national theme: “Citizen-Centric Tree Growing and Environmental Stewardship.” With invaluable support from our partners at Global Greengrants Fund, the celebration was both lively and impactful. Together, we planted 300 grafted avocado […]

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September 16, 2025

Strengthening Roots, Growing Futures: A Week with Ogiek Communities

From 10th to 13th September 2025, the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) embarked on a series of community visits across Nakuru and Baringo Counties. These engagements brought us face-to-face with the heartbeat of our programs: Ogiek women, youth, and learners who are translating training and support into real, sustainable change. These visits were more than monitoring activities they […]

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September 12, 2025

Growing Resilience: Progress and Passion in Tumaini, Kiparasoi, and Seguton

At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we believe that the true pulse of our work is found on the ground, in the hands of the people transforming their lands. We recently spent an incredible day visiting our partners at the Tumaini Ogiek Women Group, Kiparasoi Ogiek Youth Group, and Seguton Comprehensive School to review our progress, celebrate […]

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September 11, 2025

Cultivating Prosperity: Community Impact and Future Growth in Tarakwet and Poror

At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), our greatest measure of success is the tangible change we see in the lives of the people we serve. We recently spent an inspiring afternoon with the Tarakwet Kamara Women Group, Tarakwet Tai Youth Group, and the Poror Ogiek Women Group, reviewing the progress of our ongoing initiatives. The atmosphere was […]

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September 11, 2025

Nurturing Roots: A Visit to Sabatia Forest Day & Boarding School

At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we often talk about planting seeds of change. Today, those seeds are literally taking root. Our team visited the Sabatia Forest Day & Boarding School in Eldama Ravine, Koibatek, to follow up on our previous fruit tree planting initiative—and the results were truly heartening. A Greener Future in Good Hands Seeing […]

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August 20, 2025

From Forest to Farm: A Landmark Initiative for Ogiek Resilience and Restoration

At the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN), we understand that our history—while marked by the deep pain of displacement—is also defined by an unwavering spirit of resilience. Today, we are proud to announce a new chapter in that story: the official launch of our landmark, three-year initiative, “From Forest to Farm: Strengthening Food Systems, Biodiversity, and Cultural Heritage […]

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August 20, 2025

From Forest to Farm: A New Chapter of Hope for the Ogiek Community

Today marks a pivotal moment for the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network (KOWYN) with the official launch of a landmark three-year project, “From Forest to Farm: Strengthening Food Systems, Biodiversity, and Cultural Heritage for Ogiek Indigenous People in Kenya.” With the vital support of The JAC Trust, this initiative is a direct and powerful response to the historical and […]

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