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Coalition on Violence Against Women (COVAW) is a national non-profit women’s rights organization that was established in 1995 to respond to the silence of the Kenyan society in addressing Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG).
The origin of COVAW is traced to a workshop by Women in Law and Development in Africa (WiLDAF), which identified two critical areas that no actor was addressing, which were VAWG and the limited number of women in key leadership positions.
The workshop underscored the need to form a coalition that would address these problems, thus the establishment of COVAW.
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Champion the rights of women and girls to be free from all forms of violations.
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The Persons with Disabilities Act 2025 is an important step for inclusion, but at 64 pages it can feel overwhelming.
That’s why @UDPKenya, with @UraiaTrust, have created a Simplified Guide — turning legal jargon into clear, accessible language.
👉 Scan the QR code to get your…
Yesterday, under the #ACTProject, @covaw met with Kisumu County Executive Committee Member for Gender, Youth Affairs & Sports, Ms. Beatrice Odongo, and Chief Officer, Ms. Magdaline Wasama.
We explored ways of working together to advance gender-transformative childcare policies.…
🌴 COVAW Staff Wellness Retreat – Diani Edition! 🌊
“Self-care is giving the world the best of you, instead of what’s left of you.” - Katie Reed
Last week, our team took a meaningful pause in Diani to focus on mental wellness, reflection, and connection.
We had an insightful…
Daycare providers play a critical role in supporting every child’s development. By empowering caregivers with the skills to identify early developmental needs, we not only create inclusive spaces but also elevate childcare into a respected profession. #ACTProject…
Daycare facilities should be inclusive to accommodate children with special needs and therefore caregivers should be empowered to recognize early warnings of the child delayed mailstones.
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