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The Life & Peace Institute (LPI), in partnership with the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) and the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR), invites applications for the third cohort of its Capacity Strengthening Training on the African Union Transitional Justice Policy (AUTJP). The training will strengthen the knowledge, skills and networks of civil society and community-based organisations working on transitional justice, peacebuilding, recon

Malindi, Kilifi County | 5 August 2026 In response to the recent demolition of homes in Msabaha, Malindi Sub-County, YOWPSUD, through the Mwanamke Imara project, implemented a Rapid Response Community Dialogue to promote peaceful engagement, strengthen social cohesion, and support affected communities in finding lasting solutions. The rapid response initiative was made possible through the support of the High Commission of Canada, through Search for Common Ground, reaffirming

Background Since 1997, the Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) has championed community-led development and philanthropy, investing in initiatives that empower communities to shape and sustain their own development pathways. Environmental degradation, climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and unsustainable resource use continue to threaten livelihoods and economic development in Kenya. At the same time, young people are emerging as key drivers of innovative

Save the Children Kenya is seeking qualified individual consultants and firms for a Communication and Graphic Design Consultancy Services Framework Agreement. The consultancy will support storytelling, photography, videography, content development, graphic design, report production, and IEC material development across programme locations in Wajir, Garissa (including Dadaab), Turkana, Nandi, and Mandera. 📩 Request tender documents: Email: kenya.logisticsbidding@savethechildre

Are you a rapper, songwriter, MC, or hip-hop artist with a story to tell? This is your chance to step into the spotlight. Safaricom has officially opened applications for the Hiphop Hook Up Auditions, inviting talented young artists from across Kenya to showcase their creativity, originality, and passion for hip-hop. For years, Hiphop Hook Up has served as one of Kenya's leading platforms for discovering and nurturing emerging talent. More than just a music competition, the i

Position Summary Introduction Act Change Transform (Act!) is a local Non-Governmental Organisation whose mission is to facilitate the empowerment of marginalised people and communities in Kenya and neighbouring countries, to become active participants in their development by enabling them to: stand up for their rights; demand good governance in the management of resources; and participate in decision-making processes. Act! does this through implementing partners, offering the

Who is Amnesty International Kenya? Amnesty International Kenya is an integral part of a global movement of more than 10 million people who take injustice personally. Registered in Kenya and affiliated with Amnesty International, the organisation has been at the forefront of promoting and protecting human rights for all. Guided by our new Strategic Framework 2024-2028, Amnesty International Kenya believes in a society where every human being understands and claims their right

Job details Function Group: IV - contract agent Reference Number: 516921 Application Deadline: 27th August 2026 Location: Nairobi, Kenya Living conditions allowance: 25% Unit: INTPA.A.DEL.Kenya Contact point: INTPA-02-HR@ec.europa.eu About the Opportunity This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the visibility and impact of the European Union's development cooperation initiatives in Kenya. The successful candidate will work within the EU Delegation's Internationa

The Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) is pleased to share an exciting opportunity for Indigenous youth committed to advancing human rights, community leadership, and social justice. The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has opened applications for its prestigious Indigenous Fellowship Programme, a fully funded international training initiative that equips Indigenous leaders with practical knowledge of the Uni

Young People Unmuting Their Voices, Reclaiming Their Future "Young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow, they are the leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, workers, and changemakers of today. The question is not whether they have ideas, but whether they are given the opportunity to be heard." Meaningful conversations have the power to transform communities. They create spaces where lived experiences are shared, challenges are understood, ideas are exchanged, and solution

WHS2026 Youth Group Applications for Complimentary Tickets The World Health Summit brings together leaders, experts, and changemakers from around the world to address the most pressing global health challenges. To support meaningful youth participation, a limited number of complimentary tickets are available for youth-led organizations and groups wishing to attend the World Health Summit 2026 in Berlin. The tickets include: ✓ Access to the full three-day conference ✓ Registra

Youth Voices Project: Cohort 3 Group Presentation Kilifi County, Kenya, Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) proudly participated in the graduation ceremony of the 3rd Cohort of the Timiza Youth Initiative Youth Voice & Empowerment Project, reaffirming our commitment to empowering young people with market-driven digital and creative skills. The graduation celebrated another milestone in Timiza Youth Initiative's journey of equipping youth with pract

DefendDefenders, Front Line Defenders and ISHR are organising an in-person training to equip African defenders with the knowledge and skills to integrate the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights into their existing work at the national level in a strategic manner. AtticMedia for ISHR, with the use of MidJourney Are you a civil society actor, a representative from an African civil society organisation or an international organisation from or working on Africa? If so

A Multi-Sectoral Group Photo taken during the Launch of KECEOSCE Imarisha Project Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) joined government representatives, civil society organizations, development partners, and peace actors at the inception of the Imarisha Project, an initiative spearheaded by the Kenya Community Support Centre (KECOSCE) to strengthen women's participation in peace and security governance across Kenya's coastal region. Implemented in

Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) joined the Court Users Committee (CUC) and other stakeholders in a community engagement forum held in Bamba, Ganze Sub-County, aimed at strengthening access to justice and addressing the growing challenge of gender-based violence (GBV). The forum, hosted by Principal Magistrate Hon. Ivy Wasike, a mentor under the Mwanamke Imara Project, with support from International Justice Mission (IJM), brought together commu

Preventing violent extremism requires more than the efforts of security agencies alone. It demands a whole-of-society approach in which government institutions, educators, community leaders, civil society organizations, religious leaders, and citizens work together to identify risks early, strengthen community resilience, and safeguard vulnerable populations. At the heart of this approach is inclusive leadership that recognizes the critical role women play in advancing peace,

Youth and Women for Peace and Sustainable Development (YOWPSUD) today convened a Community-Security Dialogue in Kiwandani, Kilifi North Sub-County, bringing together security and justice actors, community members, small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) representatives, youth leaders, school principals, boda boda operators, and local administrators to discuss emerging security concerns and identify collaborative solutions. The dialogue provided an inclusive platform for parti

Application Deadline: 19 July 2026, 23:59 CET (Paris time) Lead Change Through Intercultural Leadership As societies become increasingly interconnected yet fragmented by polarisation, inequality, and rapid technological change, there is a growing need for leaders who can bridge divides, foster trust, and mobilise collective action across differences. The Youth for Peace: UNESCO Intercultural Leadership Programme is UNESCO’s flagship initiative for emerging leaders who are dri

Strengthening Community Resilience Through Dialogue, Trust, and Collective Action Through the Mwanamke Imara Project, community-security dialogues were recently convened in Kwale and Kilifi Counties, bringing together women leaders, youth representatives, community members, security agencies, justice actors, civil society organizations, religious leaders, artists, and local administrators to discuss emerging violent extremism and security trends affecting communities along Ke

Deadline: 19 June 2026, 5:00 PM EAT Job Purpose The purpose of this job is to support the mobilisation of funding and the implementation of effective resource mobilisation strategies by primarily engaging in activities that attract and maintain revenue sources, such as cultivating relationships with existing and potential funders and identifying new funding opportunities, including the development of compelling fundraising proposals that clearly communicate the foundation’s g