Elevating Female Faith Leaders in the Fight Against GBV: Key Insights from Dr. Hassan Kinyua Omari

Executive Overview

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remains one of the most pressing human rights and societal challenges across East Africa. While legal frameworks and policy interventions are critical, long-term transformation demands deeply rooted community action where faith leaders stand directly on the frontlines. Speaking at the World Vision East Africa Regional Office in Karen, Dr.

Faith, Science, and Our Sacred Duty: Reflections on the HWPL Interfaith Dialogue on Climate Change

The Power of Interdisciplinary and Interfaith Synergy
At the University of Nairobi, we consistently advocate for interdisciplinary solutions to complex
regional and global challenges. Yet, we rarely extend this invitation far enough into the realm of
faith. The HWPL dialogue, hosted elegantly at the Harmony Institute on June 27/26 from 14:00 to 16:00 (EAT), proved that scriptural texts hold untapped, transformative potential for mobilizing grassroots
environmental action.

Beyond the Pulpit and the Minaret: Why Nairobi’s Faith Communities are the True Frontlines of Climate Resilience

Step out onto the streets of Nairobi today, and you will see a city caught between immense promise and existential strain. From the bustling stalls of Gikomba to the lecture halls of the University of Nairobi, our conversations are no longer just about the economy or politics they are about the weather. We talk about the erratic rains that flood our informal settlements, the scorching dry spells that drive up the price of sukuma wiki, and the heavy toll environmental degradation takes on our families.