Mukuru Slums Development Project

Strengthening community voices for action on Gender-Based Violence
Mukuru Slums Development Projects had the opportunity to hold a community Policy Dialogue (PD) engagement, bringing together community leaders and champions for a meaningful discussion on addressing GBV and Femicide in Kenya. The session created a platform to reflect, share insights, and strengthen collective commitment toward protecting women and girls.
As part of this effort, we shared a simplified and summarized version of the Technical Working Group report on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), designed to make critical information more accessible at the grassroots level. This tool will support awareness creation, empower community champions, and strengthen advocacy for more effective response systems.
Together, we continue to push for informed communities, accountable systems, and justice for survivors.


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Strengthening Partnerships for Greater Impact
Last week, Slums Development Projects had the privilege of hosting the Health team for an engagement under the , focused on advancing mental health support for teen mothers.
The engagement brought together teams from both organizations across programs, finance, M&E, and leadership, creating a valuable space to reflect on our strengths and identify areas for growth. These conversations are key to building stronger systems that support effective, sustainable programming.
At Slums Development Projects, we believe that meaningful impact starts with intentional partnerships and continuous learning. By strengthening our institutional capacity, we are better positioned to deliver holistic support to teen mums and create lasting change in our communities. We remain committed to creating safe spaces and inclusive programs that empower vulnerable young mothers to thrive and build brighter futures.
We look forward to this partnership and the positive impact it will bring to our communities.

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📱✨ Safer digital spaces for women and girls.

🌍 This week, as we marked celebrations at Alliance Française de Nairobi, partners, youth, policymakers and civil society organisations came together to address the growing challenge of Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV).

🇫🇷 reaffirms its commitment to working alongside 🇰🇪 to ensure that digital progress translates into empowerment — not violence.

As digital access expands rapidly in Kenya, discussions highlighted how online harassment, sextortion and AI-generated deepfakes are increasingly impacting women and girls — and the urgent need for collective action.

🎤 MSDP Kenya took part of the event featured a dynamic panel moderated by artist and influencer Maandy Kabaya, bringing together leading voices in the fight against digital gender-based violence:
• Carol Werunga, Senior Programme Manager at Urgent Action Fund Africa
• Fridah Wawira, Executive Director at Coalition on Violence Against Women
• Tom Osborn, CEO and Co-founder of Shamiri Institute

Their insights underscored the importance of stronger protections, accountability mechanisms, and survivor-centred support systems.

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This initiative will strengthen feminist civil society organisations working to combat online violence and ensure safer digital spaces for women and girls.

DALMA (Daraja La Mafanikio) is a web-based platform dedicated to empowering TVET graduates from Kenya’s informal settlements through employability and entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and direct job linkages. Whether you are looking to secure meaningful employment, grow your business, or recruit the right talent efficiently, DALMA is your trusted partner in building sustainable futures. Visit https://darajalamafanikio.org/
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On 13th January 2026, MSDP had the pleasure of hosting the KfW–SIFA delegation and DALMA Partners for a productive learning and engagement visit. The visit provided an opportunity to showcase our work, share project progress with partners, and demonstrate the DALMA digital platform, highlighting how it connects TVET graduates, and employers to meaningful opportunities. The meeting reinforced the strength of our partnerships and our shared commitment to inclusive skills development and employment creation. We appreciate the continued support and collaboration as we work towards sustainable impact in Mukuru and beyond Skills Initiative for Africa Technical University of Kenya Dreikönigsaktion der Katholischen Jungschar French Embassy in Kenya and Somalia horizont3000 Madini Youth Foundation

Building Climate-Resilient Teams
MSDP staffs on 16th/01/2026 attending training on Climate Adaptation Training, strengthening skills to respond to climate risks, promote sustainability, and protect vulnerable communities.
Together, we’re preparing for a more resilient future. The training was conducted by TI Laura from horizont3000
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Our Vocational Skills Training Courses are now open for registration! Why Join Us?
* Practical, hands-on training
* Experienced instructors
* Affordable fees
* Certification and NITA Exams upon completion
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In loving Memory of Sr Barbara (Mary Eleanor)Dooley RSM Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce passing of one MSDP founder Sr. Barbara Dooley, a devoted Sister of Mercy, who died on the 24th of December, 2025 after a short illness in the United Kingdom.

Sr. Barbara faithfully served the Mukuru community in Nairobi, Kenya through her work at the Social Office based at St. Catherine’s Primary School, under MSDP Kenya and Mukuru Promotion Centre (MPC)
Throughout her years of service, she demonstrated unwavering commitment to social welfare, compassion for the most vulnerable individuals, and tireless dedication to uplifting children and families living in dire circumstances. Her ministry was marked by humility, kindness, and a deep sense of Mercy, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of many of the vulnerable residents within the Mukuru community and its environs.

Sr. Barbara’s body will be received from the mortuary on Monday, 26th January 2026, at 5:00 p.m. and proceed to St. Joseph’s Convent, located on Argyle Rd, West Cliff, Whitby, (YO21 HTS), in the United Kingdom. A Holy Mass for the repose of her soul will be celebrated on Tuesday, 27th January 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Hilda’s Catholic Church, 1Walker St, Whitby (YO21 1QT), in the United Kingdom. We invite all Sisters, colleagues, friends, and members of the community whose lives were touched by Sr. Barbara’s service to join us in prayer and fellowship as we give thanks for her life and commend her soul to the loving mercy of God.

In Nairobi, the Mukuru community and entire MPC fraternity will have a memorial mass on Friday 9th January 2026 starting at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace, South B. This will give a chance for those she worked with and for, to come together in remembrance and prayer. Dreikönigsaktion der Katholischen Jungschar horizont3000 Madini Youth Foundation Newlife Mwangaza Rehabilitation Centre Mukuru Slums Development Project

May her soul rest in eternal peace.