The PONA Initiative

09/12/2024

The PONA Initiative hosted an event to commemorate the , and coordinated a campaign of the urgent need to take a stand against gender-based violence and femicide cases in Kilifi County.

The event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, locals, and passionate individuals committed to fighting for change. It was a day filled with powerful discussions, shared experiences, and a shared vision of a safer, more just world for all.

This campaign calls for collective action, and we must come together to create a world where every woman and girl is free from fear and harm.
But while these 16 days are a vital opportunity for awareness, the work does not end here. It is a call to action every day, to challenge harmful gender norms, support survivors, and ensure accountability. Together, we can break the cycle of violence and make a real impact in our communities.

Let’s continue to raise our voices and take a stand, not just during these 16 days, but every single day, until gender-based violence and femicide are things of the past.

25/11/2024

The PONA Initiative marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women at Tezo. A global call to action to end the violence that women and girls face. This day also launches the against Gender -based violence, a global campaign to challenge harmful practices, raise awareness and take action for change against Violence.

16/11/2024

Our Executive Director Madam Eunice GM had the Privilege to attend a Four Day Leadership Summit.. It was a transformative learning experience they explored critical topics aimed at strengthening the leadership capacities of Executive Directors and enhancing Organizational Development structures. Throughout the summit, they delved deeply into key areas such as the stages of Organizational Growth, Leadership and its evolving roles, Structural Development, Habits and Levels of Successful Leaders, the Six Thinking Hats methodology, Monitoring and Evaluation, Resource Mobilization, and much more. The PONA Initiative truly appreciate Akili Dada and the big Support in Mentorship.

11/10/2024

08/10/2024

Power women...
Meet Lovelyn 💪

25/09/2024

Investing in capacity building for grassroots organizations is not just an option; it's a necessity.
When we equip local leaders with the skills, resources, and networks they need, we unlock the full potential of our communities.
Stronger organizations mean more effective advocacy, innovative solutions, and lasting change.
We are thrilled to have participated in a Training and Capacity building workshop organised by . It was an insightful and informative session..💪💪
Shout out to

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European Union in Kenya

23/09/2024

Heartfelt Reflections on Our Monthly Menstrual Hygiene Program.
Educating adolescent girls about menstruation and menstrual hygiene is crucial for their confidence and health. By providing accurate information and fostering open conversations, we can break the stigma and empower young girls to embrace this natural part of life.
Every month, The Pona Initiative brings together adolescent girls for a Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) Session; we call it ‘our Secrets Space’.
It is incredible to witness young girls sharing their personal stories. Many expressing how liberating it felt to talk openly about their experiences, breaking the silence that often surrounds menstruation.
Our recent session sparked important conversations, our adolescents girls left feeling more informed and confident, armed with knowledge about their bodies and health that every girl deserves to know.
Thank you to everyone who joined and supported us for this month’s menstrual awareness event for the adolescents. We are filled with gratitude for the participation and vulnerability. Your voices matter, and together, we can continue to break down barriers and uplift one another.
PONA Initiative

09/09/2024

23/08/2024

Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.” — Andrew Carnegie
We had a great time being trained on entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, brand Building and how to successfully climb the ladder of business.
I got an opportunity to Interact with different youth from Kilifi County and network and I can't wait to pass the knowledge to my fellow power women of 💪.

01/08/2024

Every woman who heals herself helps heal all the women who came before her, and all those who come after her..~Chritiane Northrup

03/07/2024

Women’s economic empowerment reduces gender-based violence, increases political and social participation and leadership and facilitates disaster risk reduction.

When women do have equal rights to access, own and use resources, they can invest in themselves by improving their wellbeing, education, starting businesses or exercising agency over their income to build a society that works for all and thrive in all aspects.

The PONA Initiative members (beneficiaries of Akili Dada 's Hamasisha Dada and Stawisha Young Women Institutes)were part of the Stakeholders who contributed in the Kilifi County Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) strategy 2020-2025 Work shop Organised by the Kilifi Department of Gender Culture and Social services in partnership with Akili Dada.

This platform enabled us to analyze the overview of Women Economic Empowerment in Kilifi County, activities implemented under the WEE Strategy, RoadMap to Kilifi County WEE Strategy.
Together with the County and National Government Officers, CSOs, Women Gender Stakeholders and other Grassroots organizations, we conducted a SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats) analysis and came up with a way forward to the Domestiction and realization of the WEE Strategy.

22/06/2024

Our MP Malindi, Hon Amina Mnyazi standing for her people.. 💪💪vivaa

20/06/2024

Solidarity Forever...