“Empowering youth and women is essential for good governance; their voices drive innovative solutions in the creative economy and foster sustainable climate ventures. Together, we can build a future that thrives on equality, creativity, and responsibility.” Kioo Cha Jamii posted on X
“Empowerment begins with opportunity; when women and youth are given the tools to thrive, they become champions for our planet and advocates for health. Together, let us harness our collective strength during these 16 Days of Activism to create a sustainable future for all.” Kioo Cha Jamii added
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is an annual campaign that begins on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs through International Human Rights Day on 10 December.
Led by civil society, the campaign is supported by the United Nations through the Secretary General’s UNiTE by 2030 to End Violence against Women initiative. This year, the UN marks the 16 Days under the theme “UNiTE! Activism to end violence against women and girls”.
Kioo Cha Jamii insisted “Climate justice and gender justice are intertwined; as we fight for a sustainable future, let us remain steadfast in our commitment to end GBV, ensuring that every voice is heard and every life is valued. Together, we can build a world free from violence and inequity.”
“We recognize that combating GBV requires not only the strength of our voices but also the resilience of our planet. Just as we advocate for safety and equality, we must also protect our environment, for a sustainable future is integral to empowering all individuals.
The objectives of Kioo Cha Jamii (KCJ) are built on a foundation of realizing that the communities are resourceful and have the potential to tap into the available resources to improve their livelihoods, ensure proper and quality service delivery and foster peace and cohesion among each other.
