Sparks

1. Multi-sectorial workshop Kakamega

Mulika convened key stakeholders in Kakamega County for a workshop to address persistent gaps in the management of rape and defilement cases. While the adoption of the Kakamega County SGBV Policy marked progress, implementation challenges continue to undermine timely, coordinated, and survivor-centered responses. The workshop focused on three key objectives:

1️⃣ Identifying barriers to effective implementation of the SGBV Policy.
2️⃣ Exploring challenges in reporting, investigation, and case resolution.
3️⃣ Co-creating practical solutions to strengthen access to justice, medical-legal services, and public trust.

As a result, stakeholders agreed on two reporting pathways for survivors of sexual violence and committed to a stronger, united front in improving access to information, services, and justice.

2. TOO PRESSED TO WAIT !

The Mulika Campaign began with the Red Card then #TooPressedToWait. #TooPressedToWait was an initiative that addressed the triple threat of gender-based violence (GBV), teenage pregnancy, and new HIV infections.

It was during #TooPressedToWait that we had our first engagement in Kakamega County, where we conducted a medical-legal training with mid-level providers and community health promoters, while also engaging the County Ministry of Health.

Through these interactions, it became clear that the challenges ran deeper than symptoms alone. To effectively manage the triple threat, it was essential to confront its root causes and strengthen systems that protect communities.

3. Children mothers

The issue of teenage pregnancies in Kakamega County is deeply concerning. In response, the First Lady, Prof. Janet Barasa, established the “A Helping Hand to Teen Mothers” initiative to ensure these young mothers can return to school and reclaim their futures The #TooPressetoWait Campaign partnered with Prof. Barasa’s initiative to extend support by raising awareness on the drivers of the triple threat. This collaboration strengthened efforts to reintegrate girls into school, while also empowering young girls to confront harmful norms and practices that perpetuate teenage pregnancies.

5. Rape & Defilement Sensitization in Kakamega

Kakamega emerged as a high-priority region, ranking 3rd in the number of teenage pregnancies according to the Kenya Demographic Health Survey 2022. In this powerful video, we focus on raising awareness about the critical issues of rape and defilement. Through community engagements, advocacy, and education, the campaign seeks to challenge harmful norms, provide support for survivors, and promote a society free from sexual violence.

1. Multi-sectorial workshop Kakamega

2. TOO PRESSED TO WAIT !

3. Children mothers

4. The failing system

5. Rape & Defilement Sensitization in Kakamega

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