WINGS Project Launched in Kajiado South

Women With Inclusion, Growth and Strength (WINGS) Project Launched in Kajiado South

The Women with Inclusion, Growth and Strength (WINGS) Project has officially been launched in Kajiado South, Kajiado County — a collaborative, community-driven initiative focused on empowering women and girls with disabilities to overcome social and structural barriers, access essential services, and live with dignity, safety, and economic independence.

The project is implemented by Hope Foundation for African Women (HFAW) with generous support from the African Women Development Fund (AWDF). The WINGS Project responds to intersecting challenges — including GBV, limited access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services, low educational attainment, poverty, and harmful cultural practices such as FGM — through inclusive programming, systems strengthening, and grassroots engagement.

A Strong Start: Stakeholders Come Together

The entry meeting convened key stakeholders, including county government officials, community health promoters, security representatives, and leaders of disability groups — reinforcing the importance of multi-sectoral collaboration in addressing protection gaps and advancing inclusive development.

The ACC encouraged HFAW to prioritize community sensitization through barazas, community dialogues, health outreaches, and assessments to bridge knowledge gaps around GBV, which continue to contribute to underreporting and weak response mechanisms.

Disability Inclusion and Access to Government Support

The Social Services and Protection Department reaffirmed its partnership with the WINGS Project and encouraged women with disabilities to register with the National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) to access tailored government support programmes. Affirmative action funds have been released, with access available to organised groups of at least ten members.

Health Promoters Highlight Urgent Community Needs

Community Health Promoters highlighted the high prevalence of GBV cases within communities, noting that many women suffer in silence due to limited information and support systems. In response, HFAW committed to convening community forums and strengthening collaboration with frontline health workers, recognizing their critical role in prevention, referral, and response.

County leadership pledged continued support, underscoring the urgency of inclusive GBV prevention strategies, improved reporting mechanisms, and strengthened protection pathways.