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The prevention of violent extremism begins long before violence occurs. It starts with awareness, trust, inclusion, and informed action within communities and institutions. Under the Mwanamke Imara Initiative , Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) continues to invest in strengthening the capacity of women in security and justice institutions to play a proactive role in preventing violent extremism and radicalization. Women as Pillars of Prevention W

The Mwanamke Imara Approach Hate speech and polarization are rising challenges in communities across the world. When left unchecked, they erode trust, deepen divisions, and can lead to violence. In this context, women play a uniquely powerful role in preventing and responding to harmful narratives not just as community members, but as leaders, peacebuilders, and agents of social cohesion. Why Women Matter in Preventing Hate Speech Women often act as connectors in families a

Welcome to the first edition of the Mwanamke Imara Newsletter , highlighting our journey, milestones, and impact throughout 2025 . Mwanamke Imara is a flagship initiative implemented by Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD)  in partnership with Search for Common Ground , aimed at strengthening women’s leadership in preventing and countering violent extremism within state security and justice institutions across Coastal Kenya. This edition captures ke

By Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) As the world marks another year since the adoption of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS), Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) reflects on the transformative power of young people in shaping peaceful, inclusive, and resilient societies. UNSCR 2250 remains a historic milestone recognizing for the first time the critical role of youth as

The Suicide–Radicalization Nexus: Understanding Emerging Pathways to Violent Extremism in Modern Times Introduction Suicide has...

#MwanamkeImara Launches Bold Step in PCVE (Kwale & Kilifi) Kwale, Kenya 21 st July 2025 In a strategic move to embed gender-inclusive...

Strengthening Women’s Leadership in Diplomacy Through Security and Justice As we mark the International Day of Women in Diplomacy ,...

Position Title: Field Officer Location:  Kwale Office Duration:  24 months (renewable annually based on performance and funding) Reports...

Position Title: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer Location:  Mombasa Kenya Duration:  24 months (renewable annually based on...

Are you an opportunity youth? Go and Grab this Opportunity before the end of today. We are excited to announce our partnership with...

#AchaGunShikaMic music challenge is here!!! Change Champions from the Coast of Kenya unite for a music challenge to foster peace and...

World Youth Skills Day, observed globally on July 15th each year, is a significant event that emphasizes the importance of equipping...

YOWPSUD is thrilled to have successfully concluded a two-day workshop focused on developing our three-year strategic plan for 2024-2027....

With support from the KCDF, YOWPSUD organised an inception meeting for the jumuika imarika project aimed at enhancing citizen...

Enhancing citizen participation and inclusion in social accountability and governance processes project in Kwale County. Following the...

(2024-2027) Background Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) is a vibrant non-governmental organization focused...

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION FOR SUPPLY OF ITEMS FOR FLOOD RECOVERY EFFORTS IN KILIFI COUNTY. Youth and women for Peace and Sustainable...

CALL FOR APPLICATION - ENGLISH VERSION Visa For Music is the first international music market rooted in Africa since 2014. This festival,...

The Jasiri Talent Investor program is dedicated to discovering and investing in promising entrepreneurs with the potential to establish...

It's just you yourself narrative! "It's just you" is a slang widely used in our community, often employed to shift blame or point fingers...