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June 30, 2026
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Boys in Pastoral Communities Sensitised on FGM, Child Marriage and Gender Violence

Boys in Pastoral Communities Sensitised on FGM, Child Marriage and Gender Violence

The Girls for Leaders, Boys for Change Initiative is a youth empowerment programme through which more than 14,000 junior and senior secondary school students have been trained to challenge harmful cultural norms...

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Hundreds of boys in Kenya's pastoral communities are being educated on the dangers of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), child marriage, and gender violence. The initiative aims to foster long-term social change and protect girls' rights.

  • Over 14,000 students have been trained through the Girls for Leaders, Boys for Change Initiative.
  • The program is run by Dandelion Africa and targets counties including Nakuru, Baringo, Kajiado, and Narok.
  • The initiative also breaks down stigma surrounding menstruation among boys and men, promoting understanding and support for menstrual hygiene.

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