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World Health Day, One Billion Rising Kenya at Ober Primary School Siaya

By / Counties, National and International Days, ONe Billion Events, Siaya

Ober Primary School in Siaya County, Kenya,  hosted one of One Billion Rising Kenya’s flagship events – World Health Day 2024, . The event centred around promoting oral health among the students, with a guest speaker from Siaya County Hospital delivering an informative talk on the importance of oral hygiene. The Community Oral Health Officers (COHO) provided valuable insights into various aspects of oral health, ranging from the types of teeth and their functions to proper brushing techniques. Following the talk, each pupil was given a toothbrush and toothpaste to encourage them to implement the lessons learned. Additionally, girls in the upper classes were provided with menstrual pads, highlighting the organization’s commitment to addressing various health needs among young girls. The One Billion Rising team, led by Model Winnie Wenger, collaborated with models from the organization East Africa Plus size Fashion Affair and Makeup artiste Apiyo to make the event a success. These role models added a touch of glamour and inspiration to the occasion, motivating the students to prioritize their health and well-being. INFO:  on 7 April is World Health Day It is celebrated annually and each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. The date of 7 April marks the anniversary of the founding of WHO in 1948. – Source WHO More Photos

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V-Day 2024 -Kenya Rising for Freedom

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Marking V-Day with a powerful call to action, ONE BILLION-Kenya Rising for Freedom 2024 to tackle the urgent issues of gender-based violence, early teen pregnancy, rape, and promote equity. In a stirring display of creativity and talent, the youth showcased their artistic prowess through various mediums, including music, dance, and visual arts. Through these expressions, they conveyed powerful messages of solidarity, empowerment, and resistance against gender-based violence and inequality. MORE PHOTOS more photos

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International Women’s Day 2024 in Kisumu

By / National and International Days, ONe Billion Events, One Billion Rising Days

This was a transformative event organized by One Billion Rising and HER VOICE Kenya to celebrate International Women’s Day, 44 women entrepreneurs from Kisumu’s slums gathered to share their stories and aspirations.Despite facing daunting challenges, these women showcased remarkable resilience and determination, reflecting the spirit of entrepreneurship thriving in Kisumu.The event, which aimed to empower these women to overcome obstacles and achieve their entrepreneurial dreams, featured personal stories that highlighted the women’s backgrounds, dreams, and the challenges they face.One of the event’s highlights was the selection of five women who demonstrated exceptional potential and determination. These women will receive ongoing support, including mentorship and access to resources, to help them elevate their businesses and contribute to their communities’ economic development.The event’s impact is expected to resonate far into the future, inspiring other women in Kisumu and beyond to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams and overcome challenges with courage and resilience.#womensmonthcelebration2024 #WomensMonthCelebration #WomensMonth2024#OneBillionRising #RisingForFreedom #RisinginSolidaarity#internationalwomensday2024 See more Photos

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Match Against Femicide

By / Demo, One Billion Rising Days

Her Voice joined the march in Nairobi CBD to stand up against femicide, showing solidarity with Kenyan women. The march was a response to the rising cases of femicide in Kenya, with participants calling on the government to take necessary steps to end this violence.

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V Day 2023 -RISING FOR FREEDOM!

By / ONe Billion Events, One Billion Rising Days, V-days

With the world’s population at 7 billion, ONE BILLION WOMEN AND GIRLS using art in all its forms to highlight and add their voices in solidarity against gender-based violence issues, they were RISING to show their determination to create a new kind of consciousness. Through young girls, theatre groups, and discussions, they were highlighting the abundance of freedom in our society and the many kinds of freedom that had become bondage. They were advocating for freedom to dress within their choices, freedom to do business and to practice their beliefs, freedom to embrace their bodies and sexuality, freedom to be the responsible expression, freedom to vote, freedom to lead, freedom to healthcare, freedom to clean water, and freedom from pollution.

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“ADOPT A FAMILY” Initiative

By / Campaigns, Nairobi, ONe Billion Events

During the pandemic, Her Voice conducted a campaign called “ADOPT A FAMILY” to support the vulnerable in our community. Due to restrictions on public gatherings, the campaign focused on distributing food items, and toiletries, and assisting people in accessing medical help. The initiative aimed to ensure that families could get through the pandemic safely, highlighting the importance of community support during challenging times.

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V Day 2023 -Our Bodies Are Celestial

By / Nairobi, ONe Billion Events, One Billion Rising Days, V-days

Rising for the bodies of all women and, for the ‘ultimate body’ – our earth. Using the body as your call. Using the body as your resistance. We call on the world to use ART. Dance. Visual art. Physical and immersive theatre. Film. Sculpture. Painting. Sports. Performances (Live and Recorded). Photography and digital art. And more. To reclaim. To express. To defy. To disrupt. To unite. To radicalize. To awaken. To revolutionize. And to create JOY, HOPE, and TRANSFORMATION.

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Breast Feeding Demo

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Her Voice participated in a demonstration advocating for breastfeeding rights, held along the streets of Nairobi CBD. The demonstration was sparked by an incident where a woman was asked to leave a restaurant on Moi Avenue because she was breastfeeding.

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Earth Day 2021 in Kibera

By / Nairobi, National and International Days, ONe Billion Events, One Billion Rising Days

Youth from Whispers Champion Youth Initiative CBO, in collaboration with Her Voice under the ONE Billion Rising-Kenya, took part in a neighborhood cleanup along Karanja Road in Kibra, Kenya, to commemorate Earth Day 2021. This initiative was part of the larger Rising Gardens theme, which focuses on environmental conservation, particularly in areas that have been neglected or exploited. Whispers Champion Youth Initiative CBO has been instrumental in transforming a once-bushy dumpsite, previously a haven for criminals, into a thriving garden. Here, they grow vegetables, practice Agroforestry, manage a nursery, and provide training on various farming techniques to the local community. This transformation has not only improved the environment but has also uplifted the hopes of youth in the community, steering them away from social vices and towards a more sustainable future. That sounds like a fantastic initiative! Whispers Champion Youth Initiative CBO is doing incredible work in Kibra, not only by cleaning up the environment but also by empowering youth and improving the community’s livelihoods. It’s inspiring to see how they’ve turned a neglected area into a productive and beneficial space for everyone. MORE PHOTOS Click >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> HERE

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V-Day 2020

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he event sought to shed light on these issues while advocating for the rights of children to enjoy their childhood in peace. Through creative performances, art, and storytelling, the event provided a platform for these important conversations, urging the community to protect and support its most vulnerable members.

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