Stories

Despite the Kenya's progressive policy frameworks to improve gender equality and equity, girls and women still face discrimination.

As we mark this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, EM2030 seeks to share insights from its Global Advocates Survey on the issue of GBV.

Aminata has been a passionate advocate for the protection of children since 1990 when she had the opportunity to represent Senegal at the UN Summit in West Africa when she was just 12.

A major driver in drop-out rates for girls in school is linked to child marriage, especially at secondary level. Diarra and her teacher collect data to tackle the issue in their community.

Together with her mother, Laura pushes for progress on gender equality in El Salvador. She uses radio and video to share her opinions about child rights in her community.

"I want to dedicate my time and energy to land rights for women and forced displacement as a result of the armed conflict."

"I am the only girl in my community to go to high school, amongst a school of 300 students," says Yenifer.

“We come together on issues that affect us,” says Alice, a member of GROOTS Kenya, which equips women with the tools, knowledge and confidence to advocate for their rights.

“We’re working with the Social Security Administrator and Social Department to access the government scheme,” says Ning.

For centuries, women in Kenya have been denied their rights to own land, to enter politics, and to take on leadership roles. Aggry wants to change this.

Rekha joined Video Volunteers as a way to highlight issues related to gender-based violence and discrimination taking place in her hometown in India.

As a result of her experiences in the height of the armed conflict in Colombia, Margarita has dedicated her life to fighting for women’s rights and liberties.

“My name is Saroj. I interview community members and produce videos to highlight local issues and tell stories on behalf of women and girls."