Stakeholders from media, civil society, government, and development partners recently convened for a symposium on research examining how gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide are framed by media and civil society in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The forum was organized by the Aga Khan Foundation and the Aga Khan University Graduate School of Media and Communication, …
Over the weekend, Justice Pamoja, in collaboration with the Githurai Social Justice Center, organized a Legal Aid Clinic as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The event brought together NGOs, legal advocates, student law societies, and members of the Githurai community for a day of awareness, engagement, and support. Participants …
Today, DTSK, UDPK, and CBM Global convened a collaborative workshop aimed at reviewing and refining the Easy Read version of the Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025. This session brought together key stakeholders committed to strengthening disability inclusion and ensuring that the law is fully accessible to every person it seeks to protect. The workshop provided …
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Slogan: Pamoja tunahusianaTheme: Honouring men and boys with disabilities and their caregivers who inspire, lead, and care Today, as we commemorate World Men’s Day, the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council, the National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), and the Men with Disabilities Society of Kenya came together to recognize the strength, leadership, and resilience …
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Over the weekend, we joined the Healing Hangout organized by The Zen Tribe, a social club dedicated to promoting mental wellness and overall well-being. The event, held every second Saturday of the month, brings together young people to play games, share mental health conversations, network, and enjoy a picnic in a relaxed, supportive environment. It’s a …
Democracy and Legal Aid Centre (DLAC) participated in a stakeholder meeting convened by the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) and UN Women to discuss the proposed Bill on the Two-Thirds Gender Rule in Parliament. The session provided an opportunity for public scrutiny and stakeholder input on the Bill, focusing on its feasibility, implementation mechanisms, …
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On the 10th of September 2025, The Democracy and Legal Aid Centre, in collaboration with COVAW Kenya, the State Department for Gender Affairs and Affirmative Action, and the Nairobi County Government, convened the Nairobi County Sector Working Group Meeting to review progress and strengthen coordination on gender and inclusion initiatives. The meeting brought together five …
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On the 28th of August 2025, The United Disabled Persons of Kenya (UDPK), in partnership with the Royal Danish Embassy in Kenya and Uraia Trust, has launched a Simplified Guide to the Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025. The guide breaks down complex legal language into simple, easy-to-understand terms and uses visuals to explain key provisions …
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Dlac in partnership with UON, KU and MKU conducted a legal aid consultation at the remand centre in industrial area. It was geared towards seeking to help them with their cases giving priority to persons living with disability.
Our legal team was represented by Advocate of the High Court in a stakeholders meeting discussing the plight of persons with Disability in the current employment set ups and opportunities. As Democracy and Legal Aid Centre we partnered with KBC Radio Taifa and Sight Savers. Tune in below:
