How Indigenous Women Are Leading the Way in Environmental and Community Empowerment
In the heart of Kilgoris, a powerful story of transformation unfolded over the past two days. Women from West Pokot and Kilgoris came together for an inspiring exchange visit, an initiative supported by the Indigenous Information Network (IIN), led by Lucy Mulenkei. The visit was more than just a meeting, it was a celebration of […] The post How Indigenous Women Are Leading the Way in Environmental and Community Empowerment first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
<img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="768" src="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG-20250422-WA0019-1024x768.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-image-24733" alt="" srcset="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG-20250422-WA0019-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG-20250422-WA0019-300x225.jpg 300w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG-20250422-WA0019-768x576.jpg 768w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG-20250422-WA0019-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IMG-20250422-WA0019.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /> In the heart of Kilgoris, a powerful story of transformation unfolded over the past two days. Women from West Pokot and Kilgoris came together for an inspiring exchange visit, an initiative supported by the Indigenous Information Network (IIN), led by Lucy Mulenkei. The visit was more than just a meeting, it was a celebration of reshared wisdom and environmental stewardship. Women from West Pokot shared how far they have come. “We were once hidden, unrecognized by our communities and government,” one woman recalled. “Today, thanks to our work, we are acknowledged, even by the county government. We are no longer invisible.” These women have harnessed their collective strength to uplift each other, proving that when women stand together, incredible change is possible. Through their group initiatives, these Indigenous women have bought land, built their own homes and become leaders in their communities. Their success has even sparked the interest of local men, who are now eager to learn from the women’s innovative practices. Before joining the women’s groups coordinated by the Indigenous Information Network (IIN), many of these women spent long hours in forests burning charcoal, risking their lives among dangerous wildlife like leopards and elephants. Today, empowered and informed, they have abandoned these harmful practices and embraced sustainable alternatives. They are no longer just protecting the environment, they are restoring it. <img decoding="async" width="768" height="1024" src="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-22-at-10.21.07_54bf8036-768x1024.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-image-24736" alt="" srcset="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-22-at-10.21.07_54bf8036-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-22-at-10.21.07_54bf8036-225x300.jpg 225w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-22-at-10.21.07_54bf8036-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WhatsApp-Image-2025-04-22-at-10.21.07_54bf8036.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /> In Kilgoris, women’s groups have constructed beautifully designed manyattas with support from various donors and their own women’s fund. But their impact goes far beyond housing. These groups have created opportunities for skill-building and self-reliance, shifting the narrative from survival to sustainability. “We are no longer beggars,” one woman proudly stated. The exchange visit allowed the women to share ideas and experiences, offering practical solutions they can implement in their own communities. They learned from one another, bonded over shared challenges and discovered new ways to collaborate for change. Some women shared how being part of these groups has opened doors to travel across counties and even across continents. One shining example is Lucy Lemiso, Chairlady of the Olerai Group in Kilgoris, who represented her peers at COP 28 in Egypt. Another is Joline Leparaku from Namnyak Lepolos, who traveled to the Philippines for a knowledge exchange workshop. There, she met Indigenous peoples from around the world, visited Indigenous reserves and explored ideas her community could adapt. She has also participated in similar exchange visits in Benin and represented her group at COP 25 in Spain. This exchange visit served as a powerful reminder that when women come together, empowered, united and determined, they can lead their communities toward a brighter, greener and more equitable future. <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-736acbd elementor-arrows-position-inside elementor-pagination-position-outside elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-carousel" data-id="736acbd" data-element_type="widget" data-settings="{"slides_to_show":"2","image_spacing_custom":{"unit":"px","size":10,"sizes":[]},"navigation":"both","autoplay":"yes","pause_on_hover":"yes","pause_on_interaction":"yes","autoplay_speed":5000,"infinite":"yes","speed":500,"image_spacing_custom_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"image_spacing_custom_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]}}" data-widget_type="image-carousel.default"> The post How Indigenous Women Are Leading the Way in Environmental and Community Empowerment first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
TELLING OUR STORIES IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF KUMMING MONTREAL BIODIVERSITY GLOBAL FRAMEWORK Read the case study The post IWBN Case Study first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
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A short summery on IIN and our recent Achievements, Focus areas and Key activities Read More The post About IIN first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
Indigenous Information Network (IIN) work on development issues that affect and impact both Indigenous Peoples and local communities. The main focus is on women, girls, children, youth and other vulnerable members of our communities. Read More In our Annual Report here: https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IIN-2023-Annual-Report.pdf The post IIN 2023 Annual Report first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
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PODONG Indigenous Peoples Initiative at COP16​
Global Affairs Canada have proudly announced an investment of $7 million CAD into the basket of the Podong Indigenous Peoples Initiative (PODONG), at the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Cali, Colombia. This critical funding will support the first wave of actions for PODONG, a groundbreaking initiative focused […] The post PODONG Indigenous Peoples Initiative at COP16​ first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
Global Affairs Canada have proudly announced an investment of $7 million CAD into the basket of the Podong Indigenous Peoples Initiative (PODONG), at the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Cali, Colombia. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-1024x576.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-image-24630" alt="" srcset="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-300x169.jpg 300w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-768x432.jpg 768w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-24x14.jpg 24w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-36x20.jpg 36w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-48x27.jpg 48w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34-600x338.jpg 600w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-34.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="768" src="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35-1024x768.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-image-24628" alt="" srcset="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35-300x225.jpg 300w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35-768x576.jpg 768w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35-24x18.jpg 24w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35-36x27.jpg 36w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35-48x36.jpg 48w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35-600x450.jpg 600w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PHOTO-2024-10-30-20-04-35.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /> This critical funding will support the first wave of actions for PODONG, a groundbreaking initiative focused on catalysing conservation action led by Indigenous Peoples and creating a path for enhanced direct access to finance. PODONG, a collaborative effort co-designed, co-created and co-led by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the International Indigenous Forum on Biodiversity (IIFB), and the IUCN Indigenous Peoples Organisations (IPOs) members, was initially unveiled at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, after Indigenous elders and leaders joined their minds and hearts with IUCN’s Anita Tzec to create an initiative that would guarantee the long term governance and leadership of IPs in achieving the Global Biodiversity Framework. PODONG embodies a transformative approach that places Indigenous Peoples at the heart of efforts to protect and sustainably manage ecosystems critical to climate resilience and biodiversity. The first set of actions to be funded by this investment will focus on: Scaling-up Indigenous-led conservation actions in Indigenous traditional territories and communities in Guatemala, Panama, Tanzania and Nepal. Building sustainable livelihoods through ecosystem stewardship; by supporting projects that strengthen Indigenous economies rooted in sustainable, biodiversity-friendly, and Indigenous traditional knowledge and cultural practices. Empowering Indigenous voices in global biodiversity governance. The funding will enhance Indigenous Peoples’ participation in international dialogues and negotiations, ensuring their rights, perspectives and priorities shape biodiversity policies. Form the new cohort of Indigenous leadership; by developing a long-term mentorship program through which Indigenous youth, including young Indigenous women and girls, will work hand-in-hand with seasoned IP leaders and elders, to listen, learn and engage in biodiversity-related policy negotiations at the global level. This announcement at COP16 reflects the growing global recognition of the unique role Indigenous Peoples play in conservation. PODONG aims to be a catalyst for intergenerational environmental stewardship while putting Indigenous rights, cultural heritage and knowledge systems at the core of the Initiative. Visit the International Union for Conservation of Nature website to read more: https://iucn.org/press-release/202410/global-affairs-canada-announces-7-million-cad-funding-podong-indigenous The post PODONG Indigenous Peoples Initiative at COP16​ first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
The Trʉa Global Summit on Traditional Knowledge related to Biodiversity will bring together Government representatives, UN representatives and leaders of Indigenous Peoples and local communities (IPLCs), as key actors towards biodiversity conservation and climate change actions, to advance dialogue and consensus on the issues that will be addressed at COP 16 (October 21-November 1, Cali, Colombia). Links to the presentations during the meeting https://iifb-indigenous.org/participants/ <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="473" data-id="24597" class="wp-image-24597" src="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1-1024x473.png" alt="" srcset="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1-1024x473.png 1024w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1-300x138.png 300w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1-768x354.png 768w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1-24x11.png 24w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1-36x17.png 36w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1-48x22.png 48w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1-600x277.png 600w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/TRUA_EN-1.png 1105w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /> GENERAL ASPECTS OF THE TRɄA SUMMIT The TRɄA World Summit on Traditional Knowledge Related to Biodiversity (Trua TK Summit) was jointly organized by the International Indigenous Forum on Biodiversity (IIFB), the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development of Colombia, and the Mesa Permanente de Concertación con los Pueblos y Organizaciones Indígenas de Colombia (MPC). It was organized in collaboration with the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), and the Fund for the Development of the Indigenous Peoples of Latin America and the Caribbean (FILAC). This Summit was made possible thanks to the generous financial support from the Government of Germany, through the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety, and Consumer Protection, and GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit); the Government of Sweden and Swedbio (Stockholm Resilience Centre, Stockholm University); the Nia Tero Foundation; Campaign for Nature; Bloomberg Philanthropies; and Oregon State University. The specific objectives of the Summit were to: Exchange knowledge and experiences on the contributions of traditional knowledge to biodiversity conservation and climate change mitigation and adaptation. Develop recommendations for the national implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Formulate recommendations on the new Programme of Work on Article 8(j) and institutional arrangements, to be considered for adoption at COP-16 Read the Report here: Final.Resumen Ejecutivo Cumbre Trua.en The post GENERAL ASPECTS OF THE TRɄA SUMMIT first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
A Journey of Learning and Unity:Reflections from Our Inclusive Conservation Initiative Africa Learning Exchange in Tanzania
Photo and Blog Story Credits to Inclusive Conservation Initiative https://inclusiveconservationinitiative.org/a-journey-of-learning-and-unityreflections-from-our-inclusive-conservation-initiativeafrica-learning-exchange-in-tanzania/ Our week began with the arrival of our dedicated African regional partners ANAPAC and IMPACT, who embarked on long journeys from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Kenya respectively. Among the participants were fellows from each organization and three community members, who came from […] The post A Journey of Learning and Unity:Reflections from Our Inclusive Conservation Initiative Africa Learning Exchange in Tanzania first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="646" data-id="24567" src="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1-1024x646.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-24567" srcset="https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1-1024x646.jpeg 1024w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1-300x189.jpeg 300w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1-768x484.jpeg 768w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1-24x15.jpeg 24w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1-36x23.jpeg 36w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1-48x30.jpeg 48w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1-600x378.jpeg 600w, https://indigenous-info-kenya.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/image3-1.jpeg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /> Photo and Blog Story Credits to Inclusive Conservation Initiative https://inclusiveconservationinitiative.org/a-journey-of-learning-and-unityreflections-from-our-inclusive-conservation-initiativeafrica-learning-exchange-in-tanzania/ Our week began with the arrival of our dedicated African regional partners ANAPAC and IMPACT, who embarked on long journeys from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Kenya respectively. Among the participants were fellows from each organization and three community members, who came from the remote forests of the DRC and the far northern regions of Kenya. They gathered with us for a unique and first-of-its-kind event: the Africa Regional Learning Exchange, part of the Global Environmental Facility(GEF)-funded Inclusive Conservation Initiative (ICI). Hosted in our beautiful home of Tanzania, this gathering marked a significant milestone in our shared mission to enhance Indigenous Peoples’ and Local Communities’ (IPs & LCs) efforts to steward land, waters, and natural resources. The ICI is a groundbreaking five-year project aimed at providing direct funding access to indigenous-led conservation initiatives, managed through the collaborative efforts of IUCN and Conservation International. Together with our regional partners, we had the pleasure of welcoming Anita Tzec and Tianyi Zhao from IUCN, along with Lia Lopez from Conservation International. We were also honored to host six key IPLC leaders from Benin, Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria, and Mozambique, bringing the total number of participants to 37, including those involved in the ICI project and beyond. The core objective of this learning exchange was to enhance the capacity of Indigenous Peoples (IPs), fostering the transformational changes necessary to amplify the contributions of IP&LCs to biodiversity conservation and global environmental benefits. The post A Journey of Learning and Unity:Reflections from Our Inclusive Conservation Initiative Africa Learning Exchange in Tanzania first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
African Women’s Development Fund Strengthening Rural Indigenous Women’s rights onEnvironmental justice, land rights, and sustainable livelihood in Kenya and Tanzania Interim Report for the Period of June to August 2023
AWDF awarded grants to select organizations based on their commitment to narrative change.Prior to funding, organizations underwent training to clarify their thematic areas and address emerging concerns. These grants have catalyzed significant growth in areas such as advocacy,community engagement,capacity building,resource allocation,women’s empowerment , community development and health and well-being” . This is how several groups […] The post African Women’s Development Fund Strengthening Rural Indigenous Women’s rights onEnvironmental justice, land rights, and sustainable livelihood in Kenya and Tanzania Interim Report for the Period of June to August 2023 first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
AWDF awarded grants to select organizations based on their commitment to narrative change.Prior to funding, organizations underwent training to clarify their thematic areas and address emerging concerns. These grants have catalyzed significant growth in areas such as advocacy,community engagement,capacity building,resource allocation,women’s empowerment , community development and health and well-being” . This is how several groups carried out their activities: Download the Report: IIN AWDF Report 2023&2024 The post African Women’s Development Fund Strengthening Rural Indigenous Women’s rights onEnvironmental justice, land rights, and sustainable livelihood in Kenya and Tanzania Interim Report for the Period of June to August 2023 first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
Streghthening Rural Indigenous Women’s Rights on Enviromental Justice,Land Rights and Sustainable Livelihoods in Kenya and Tanzania
Indigenous Information Network with funding from the African Women’s Development Fund sought to carry out activities with women from different Pastoral areas in Kenya and Tanzania. These activities were to increase the knowledge the women had and also ensure that the women knew their rights. The activities were under the thematic areas of Economic security […] The post Streghthening Rural Indigenous Women’s Rights on Enviromental Justice,Land Rights and Sustainable Livelihoods in Kenya and Tanzania first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
Indigenous Information Network with funding from the African Women’s Development Fund sought to carry out activities with women from different Pastoral areas in Kenya and Tanzania. These activities were to increase the knowledge the women had and also ensure that the women knew their rights. The activities were under the thematic areas of Economic security and justice: Protect full economic rights and justice for women, Leadership, Participation and Peace: Expand democratic space; sustain inclusive governance and equal political participation of women. The objective of the program was to raise awareness among Indigenous Women on women’s rights, to empower indigenous women on their land rights, ownership and management and train indigenous women on practical skills on self-reliance and economic empowerment. Increase knowledge for the women, on skills that they can use practically and ensure that the women know their rights. The trainings were focused on Indigenous women in Kenya- (Melelo, Ngorgori, Ololoipangi and Olorkuto) and in Tanzania– (Enkigaret, Monduli, Euro-endege, Kimokowua, Kiserian , Engare Naibor and Longido.) Download the Report: AWDF IIN Kenyan Newsletter (1) The post Streghthening Rural Indigenous Women’s Rights on Enviromental Justice,Land Rights and Sustainable Livelihoods in Kenya and Tanzania first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
World Environment Day 2024 was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Naramam Center in West Pokot, bringing together the community to raise awareness about environmental conservation. The event, organized by local leaders and community-based organizations, focused on the theme “Ecosystem Restoration” and highlighted the importance of preserving and restoring the region’s natural resources. The celebration featured […] The post World Environment Day 2024 first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.
World Environment Day 2024 was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Naramam Center in West Pokot, bringing together the community to raise awareness about environmental conservation. The event, organized by local leaders and community-based organizations, focused on the theme “Ecosystem Restoration” and highlighted the importance of preserving and restoring the region’s natural resources. The celebration featured various activities, including tree planting, educational workshops on sustainable farming practices, and discussions on the role of Indigenous knowledge in environmental conservation. Elders shared traditional practices that have sustained the environment for generations, while youths were encouraged to take up leadership roles in protecting their natural heritage. The event also showcased the success of local initiatives aimed at reclaiming degraded lands and increasing biodiversity, reinforcing the community’s commitment to a sustainable future. As the day concluded, participants reaffirmed their dedication to preserving their environment, ensuring that the rich natural heritage of West Pokot is protected for future generations. <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-38efa02 elementor-arrows-position-inside elementor-pagination-position-outside elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-carousel" data-id="38efa02" data-element_type="widget" data-settings="{"slides_to_show":"3","slides_to_scroll":"1","navigation":"both","autoplay":"yes","pause_on_hover":"yes","pause_on_interaction":"yes","autoplay_speed":5000,"infinite":"yes","speed":500,"image_spacing_custom":{"unit":"px","size":20,"sizes":[]},"image_spacing_custom_tablet":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]},"image_spacing_custom_mobile":{"unit":"px","size":"","sizes":[]}}" data-widget_type="image-carousel.default"> The post World Environment Day 2024 first appeared on Indigenous Information Network.