GARISSA — In a decisive step to protect the county’s most vulnerable, Garissa County, in partnership with key stakeholders including the National Gender and Equality Commission, UNDP Kenya, EACH Rights, MUHURI Kenya, and the Refugee Consortium of Kenya, convened a three-day Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Child Protection training.
The programme focused on prevention, case management, reporting and referral pathways, and understanding the legal and policy frameworks governing GBV and child protection. Frontline actors were equipped with practical tools to enhance coordination, ensure survivor-centered responses, and safeguard the rights of women and children in Garissa County.
County officials emphasised that such capacity building initiatives are vital for fostering effective collaboration among agencies, improving timely responses to incidents, and reinforcing a culture of accountability.
By empowering local actors, the training aims to ensure that victims receive support, protection, and justice without delay, strengthening Garissa’s commitment to human rights and child protection.
