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KENYA NETWORK OF WOMEN WITH AIDS

· EIN · kenwakenya.org
profile · synthesized from sources

Kenya Network of Women with AIDS (KENWA) is a grassroots organization founded in 1993 by women living with HIV/AIDS. It works to improve the quality of life for women and children affected by HIV/AIDS through medical support, mental health programs, care for orphans, advocacy, and governance initiatives. The organization operates community drop-in centers and implements programs across Kenya, focusing on marginalized populations and promoting access to healthcare, education, and legal rights.

named programs · 8 · from sources

what they call their work

Advocacy and Lobbying for Rights
Advocates for the rights of women living with HIV/AIDS and their children in education, healthcare access, insurance, property inheritance, reproductive health, and employment.
Care and Support for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVCs)
Delivers scholarships, school supplies, tutoring, safe housing, food and clothing, and legal aid to orphans affected by HIV/AIDS.
Governance Program
Strengthens county-level governance through fiscal policy analysis, public participation, social accountability, and capacity building in devolved government systems.
Home-Based Care
Delivers medical check-ups, psychological and nutritional support, and caregiver training to patients in their homes.
Medical Clinic Support
Provides clinical care, home-based healthcare services, medication management, and nutritional support for families affected by HIV/AIDS.
Mental Health Programs
Offers individual and group counseling, pre- and post-test counseling, peer support groups, and training for health professionals on mental health issues related to HIV/AIDS.
TB Control and Prevention
Runs programs focused on tuberculosis screening, treatment, and prevention among people living with HIV/AIDS.
Water, Hygiene and Sanitation (WASH)
Implements WASH programs to improve health outcomes in communities affected by HIV/AIDS.
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Local Governance & Service Delivery Capacity Building 4 activities
    • Capacity Building for County Fiscal Management
      Provides training for county officials on fiscal management and budgetary processes.
    • Decentralized Service Delivery Improvement
      Conducts needs assessments in counties to identify priorities for decentralized service delivery, implements pilot projects to demonstrate scalable models, and provides ongoing training and support to county officials and service providers to improve local service delivery.
    • Fiscal Policy Analysis and Advocacy for Equitable Resource Distribution
      Conducts analyses of fiscal policies governing national revenue distribution to counties to identify gaps and improvement areas. The organization advocates for policy reforms to ensure equitable and sufficient distribution of national resources to county governments and develops models for equitable revenue distribution.
    • Inter-County Dialogue and Collaboration
      Facilitates inter-county dialogue and collaboration to address disparities and promote resource sharing among counties.
  • Grassroots Advocacy & Civic Engagement 3 activities
    • Advocacy for Open Data Policies
      Advocates for the adoption of open data policies at the county level to promote transparency in governance.
    • Citizen Engagement in County Governance
      Implements community engagement programs to educate citizens on governance and decision-making participation, facilitates participatory budgeting processes, and develops feedback mechanisms for citizen engagement with county officials.
    • County Service Performance Assessment and Monitoring
      Implements citizen report card initiatives to assess and improve county service performance and supports the formation and capacity building of local watchdog groups to monitor county government activities.
  • HIV/TB Prevention and Care Services 3 activities
    • Community Outreach and Education for HIV/AIDS and TB
      Conducts community outreach and education using drama, puppetry, workshops, seminars, and digital materials to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS prevention, stigma reduction, and the TB-HIV link. This includes promoting condom use and distributing prevention materials.
    • HIV/AIDS Support and Care for Women and Children
      Provides comprehensive medical care, counseling, and support services to women living with HIV/AIDS and their children, including pre and post-HIV test counseling, peer support groups, and home-based healthcare. The organization supports over 10,000 women and 5,000 orphaned and vulnerable children through its programs.
    • TB-HIV Integrated Healthcare Services
      Provides quality healthcare services for tuberculosis, leprosy, and lung diseases in Kenya, implementing joint TB-HIV planning and integrating services to improve efficiency. This includes HIV counseling, testing, prevention interventions, and co-trimoxazole preventive therapy for TB patients living with HIV, along with continuous monitoring for treatment adherence.
  • Psychosocial Support and Counseling Services 2 activities
    • Community Mobilization for Mental Health Awareness
      Conducts community mobilization activities focused on raising awareness about mental health issues.
    • Mental Health Support and Economic Empowerment
      Provides counseling services, support group sessions, and referral services for individuals and families affected by mental health issues. The organization also implements economic empowerment initiatives for these families.
  • Youth Drug Abuse Prevention and Education 1 activity
    • Community Capacity Building on Substance Abuse
      Builds community capacity by educating on the risks of alcohol, drug, and substance abuse.
  • International Exchange & Skill Development Programs 1 activity
    • International Labor Placement and Support
      Facilitates international labor placements across African Union countries, Europe, and North America, providing screening, matching, and support services for ethical labor mobility.
  • Residential and Therapeutic Care for Vulnerable Children 1 activity
    • Orphan and Vulnerable Children Education and Welfare
      Supports orphaned and vulnerable children by facilitating access to quality education through scholarships, school supplies, tutoring, and mentorship programs. It also provides safe housing options, distributes food and clothing, and offers legal aid for inheritance and guardianship issues.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Advocacy for Rights of Women with HIV/AIDS
      Conducts advocacy efforts to protect the rights of women living with HIV/AIDS and their children.
relationships · 21

who they work with

  • APHIA 2 Nairobi Coast Partner — USAID-funded project through which KENWA received support.
  • APHIA Plus Kamil Partner — USAID-funded project through which KENWA received support.
  • African Women Development Fund (AWDF) Funder — Donor supporting KENWA.
  • CARE KENYA Partner — Implemented Global Fund Round 7 support for KENWA.
  • CASE OVC Project Partner — USAID-funded project through which KENWA received support.
  • Christian Aid Funder — Donor supporting KENWA.
  • GLOBAL FUND Funder — Funded KENWA through Round 7 via CARE Kenya.
  • KAWAC Partner — Collaborates with KENWA on the International Labour Mobility Program.
  • KAWAC Partner — Mentioned in the program reference "KAWAC Inclusive Development Program" and in the contact information for the Director.
  • KAWAC Partner — Partner organization collaborating on inclusivity initiatives for people with disabilities.
  • NACADA Funder — Donor supporting KENWA.
  • NILINDE Project Partner — USAID-funded project through which KENWA received support.
  • Pathfinder International Funder — Donor supporting KENWA.
  • Stephen Lewis Foundation Funder — Donor supporting KENWA.
  • USAID Funder — Funded KENWA through multiple projects: APHIA Plus Kamil, APHIA 2 Nairobi Coast, NILINDE, and CASE OVC.
  • asunta@kawac.ca Partner — Director of KENWA
  • civil society organizations Partner — Collaborates with civil society organizations on governance improvement initiatives.
  • community groups Partner — Collaborates with community groups on governance improvement initiatives.
  • government agencies Partner — Collaborates with government agencies on governance improvement initiatives.
  • healthcare providers Partner — Collaborates with healthcare providers on joint TB-HIV planning and service delivery.
  • stakeholders Partner — Collaborates with stakeholders on integrated TB-HIV planning and implementation.