We are at the forefront of ending violence against women and girls. Sheltering survivors of gender-based violence have promoted a sense of advocacy in creating awareness and sensitizing on EVAW/G and promoting gender equality. Our girls, women, community health workers, and our staff participated in a march in launching
GBV
Plant a seed of love
Vivian Wambui’s story captivated the hearts of many. Thanks to YAWI who took the initiative of intervening in the case and JIMMIA rescued Wambui. It was a dream come true for her mother who was persistently praying for the recovery of her daughter. She underwent a psychological assessment and we
Ending Violence Against Women And Girls
‘Hell came clothed as a husband’ Friday, April 30, 2021 Nakuru woman narrates harrowing experience of living with an abusive husband By Francis Mureithi Writer Nation Media Group What you need to know: Vivian Wambui survived the toxic marriage and gave birth to a bouncing baby girl. Her husband kicked her in
Christine Mokeira 16-year-old teen mum
16 year old Christine Mokeira and her one week baby Maryann Kwamboka were referred to Jimmia soon after delivery and release from the hospital . The case was referred as high risk and efforts were put in place to ensure the young mother returns to school and a follow up
Margaret Wanjiku All hope is not lost!
Margaret is a 16 years old girl in Standard 7. She was sheltered at Jimmia following a referral from Springs of Hope Kenya. During her stay at Jimmia she was assimilated in the Adolescent Girls Empowerment Program where she explored several talents including making mats, bead work and dancing. She