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Celebrating Paralegal Graduates at the Forefront of LGBTQ+ Rights Advocacy

by MWA KenyaBlog July 18, 2025July 18, 2025No Comments

In a country where queer identities remain criminalized under archaic laws, a powerful movement is rising, and its leaders are now trained, equipped, and ready to challenge injustice at the grassroots. The National Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (NGLHRC), in partnership with Minority Women in Action (MWA), Cosmopolitan Affirming Community, ISHTAR, and other allies, …

When Protests Aren’t Enough: Rethinking Femicide In Kenya

by MWA KenyaBlog April 23, 2025April 24, 2025No Comments

By Peaceloise Mbae A Kenyan woman is murdered every two days, yet femicide is still not considered a crime by our justice system. We have marched, mourned, and mobilized from Nairobi to Kisumu, Mombasa, Meru, Eldoret, and Nakuru. The streets have echoed with chants and cries against femicide in Kenya. The media has done broadcasts. …

Fighting Burnout in LGBTQ+ Activism: The Power of Collective Care

by MWA KenyaBlog April 14, 2025April 14, 2025No Comments

A question was posed in one of our chapter groups: “Hi folks. Let’s do a quick check-in. How are you feeling?” I feel so drained. I feel so removed from everything that is happening. I have no energy to fight anymore.” Another member responded, “Same. Sometimes, I wonder if I am making a difference at …

Transformational Leadership: MWA at the Wawa Aba Womanist Leadership & Diversity Conference

by MWA KenyaBlog March 25, 2025March 25, 2025No Comments

The Wawa Aba Womanist Leadership & Diversity Conference took place in Nairobi. It brought together leaders from Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and the DRC. The event focused on transformational leadership, diversity, and gender equity. Minority Women in Action (MWA) played an active role. Our members led discussions, facilitated sessions, and networked to build partnerships. One key …