USAWA Partners AMWIK, USAWA Partners Engage Healthcare Leadership in Nakuru County June 10, 2024 Jacinta Ambiso AMWIK, along with partners from USAID-USAWA (Transparency International-Kenya, Global Compact, and the Inter-religious Council of Kenya), participated in a co-creation exercise with Nakuru County’s Health Management Teams. This event aimed to introduce the USAWA
Urgently address Femicide Cases and Social Media Misogyny in Kenya January 22, 2024 Mercy Mutwol Recent headlines have brought attention to alleged cases of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), highlighting disturbing scenarios where women have been tragically found dead.Among the victims featured prominently in the media over the past week are
Landmark Reports: AMWIK Uncovers Scope of Sexual Harassment in Kenyan Media February 6, 2024 Iman Masud-AMWIK AMWIK, alongside its partners, has launched two crucial reports addressing the widespread issue of sexual harassment within the Kenyan media industry. Titled “Examining Sexual Harassment Policies as the Key to Ending Harassment in the
World Radio Day: Amplifying Voices, Advocating Change February 14, 2024 Iman Masud-AMWIK As the airwaves hum with melodies and news updates, World Radio Day offers a moment to reflect on the profound impact of this timeless medium. In Kenya, where radio serves as a beacon of information and entertainment, the
Women’s Voices on the Evolving Landscape and Impact of Kenyan Radio February 22, 2024 Iman Masud-AMWIK AMWIK recently hosted a thought-provoking discussion space exploring the multifaceted impact of radio. The event delved into the medium’s past, present, and future, examining its profound influence on shaping lives and driving conversations.Seasoned broadcaster
KMSWG STATEMENT ON STATE INTERFERENCE IN KENYA’S MEDIA LANDSCAPE March 14, 2024 Iman Masud-AMWIK NAIROBI, MARCH 13, 2024 – We, the undersigned organisations under the Kenya Media Sector Working Group (KMSWG), are concerned by the systematic undermining of media freedom, freedom of expression, and freedom to access information by Kenya
USAID USAWA Project Launched to Strengthen Health Governance and Citizen April 24, 2024 Iman Masud-AMWIK The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) alongside its consortium partners attended the official launch of the USAID-funded United Society Against Fraud, Waste and Abuse (USAWA) program.The USAWA program aims to strengthen fiscal accountability,
East Africa Media Convention: AMWIK to Contribute in the Digital Revolution Discussion April 24, 2024 Iman Masud-AMWIK The digital media revolution is here, and broadcasters across East Africa are rising to the challenge.Join AMWIK Board Chairperson, Dr. Jane Thuo, at the International Broadcasting And Media Convention – East Africa in
APPOINTMENT OF MS QUEENTER MBORI AS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR May 3, 2024 Iman Masud-AMWIK The Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Queenter Mbori as Executive Director for AMWIK effective 1st May , 2024. This appointment follows a rigorous and competitive hiring process.As a celebrated advocate for
MWIK Explores Partnership Opportunities with the Iranian Embassy May 10, 2024 Iman Masud-AMWIK The AMWIK team had a productive meeting with representatives from the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Kenya. Discussions focused on potential areas of collaboration to empower women in Kenyan media.The talks covered creating new
