Women are advocating for economic empowerment and a multi-sectoral approach to combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Kenya. These calls were made during the Independent Kenya Women of Awards (IKWA) awards gala and summit in Nairobi.

• Key advocacy points include the need for women's economic independence to escape abusive relationships and the establishment of functional, survivor-friendly facilities at the county level.
• Prominent attendees and speakers included Kilifi County Deputy Governor Flora Chibule, IKWA CEO Benard Simantu, and various award recipients recognized for their contributions.
• Speakers emphasized the importance of men becoming allies in breaking the silence on GBV and stressed the need for increased collaboration between health departments, police, and the judiciary to ensure justice for survivors.