Updates & Stories
Menstrual Hygiene for Girls and Women with Disabilities
by Juliet Muema, Mentorship Officer - The Action Foundation For more than 15 years, The Action Foundation (TAF) has led efforts to break the social and economic barriers that hold back girls and women with disabilities in Kenya. Through our transformative Ibuka...
Reclaiming Power Book Launch
Reclaiming Power, a transformative anthology amplifying the resilience and strength of women with disabilities, was unveiled on September 19th, 2024, at WomenStrong International’s Ten Years of Advancing Women-Led Solutions event in Washington, D.C., and on November...
Digital Literacy Skills for Young Women with Disabilities
Training on digital literacy skills is a tremendous instrument for furthering gender equality and all girls' human rights, allowing and empowering them to reach their full potential and pursue their goals and be active citizens. Nonetheless, young women with...
Empowering Caregivers: Insights from The CARE Conference
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. - Helen Keller The Action Foundation recently hosted the inaugural CARE (Caregiver Awareness Resource and Empowerment) Conference. This groundbreaking two-day event, themed; Lived Experiences of Caregivers of...
Honoring the Unsung Heroes: Recognizing Parents and Caregivers of Children with Disabilities During Global Parenting Month
Parents play a fundamental role in the lives of their children. From birth, children rely on their parents for protection, care, sustenance, love, and support. Parents also provide emotional safety and help form the identity and self-esteem of their children. June is...
Flood Relief Campaign to Support Families of Children with Disabilities and Women with Disabilities Affected by Floods in Nairobi
A community health promoter supporting the distribution of food items in Dagoretti Over the past several weeks, Kenya has experienced heavy rainfall, leading to severe flooding in various communities, including Kibera, Dagoretti, Mukuru Kwa Njenga, and Mathare. Many...
Overcoming Adversity: Sofia’s Inspiring Journey of Progress and Resilience
Sofia, a child with cerebral palsy, has faced numerous obstacles throughout her life. Born at Coast General Hospital, her delivery was complicated by birth asphyxia, resulting in a diagnosis of cerebral palsy. Raised by her single mother, Carol, Sofia's journey has...
New Year Letter from our Executive Director
Dear Friends and Supporters of The Action Foundation, As we joyfully step into the embrace of the New Year, I am filled with deep gratitude and excitement for the incredible journey that lies ahead. I want to...
Unveiling a Transformative Partnership with Co-Impact
In an era where global challenges demand collective action and innovative solutions, we are thrilled to partner with the Co-Impact Gender Fund—a transformative initiative poised to impact some of the world's most pressing issues. This Partnership emerges from a shared...