A Message from our Incoming Executive Director
In the last couple of days, I have witnessed something beautiful: a transition woven with care.
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Freely in Hope Announces Historic Transition to Fully Local, Survivor Leadership
Founder Nikole Lim steps down after 15 years as organization appoints Fridah Wawira Nyaga as Incoming Executive Director, marking a pivotal shift to African-led governance.
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Welcoming our Incoming Executive Director of Freely in Hope
It is my distinct honor to introduce our incoming Executive Director, Fridah Wawira Nyaga. Throughout her career, Fridah has been a fierce champion for women’s rights and a strategic leader in the fight against sexual abuse across Kenya.
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Velma: Mentoring the Next Generation
As an aspiring teacher, I feel equipped with knowledge of how I can help my students who have experienced trauma.
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A Letter from our Directors
In 2023, we directly impacted over 6,000 people with programs and resources that empower survivors and end sexual violence worldwide! But we didn’t start here…
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2023 YEAR IN REVIEW
In 2023, we directly impacted over 6,000 people with programs and resources that empower survivors and end sexual violence worldwide! But we didn’t start here—14 years ago, we began by listening to the dreams of one survivor in Kenya and one survivor in Zambia.
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Magdalene: Equipping Girls to Shine
My ultimate dream is to open a safe home for girls who have been rescued from prostitution, are at risk of being sexually abused, and have no one to fight for them. This home will be filled with hope, faith, and love for dreams to be restored so that they are able to go to school, just as I have.
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Meet Lydia Matioli: Author of Pendo’s Power
Serving as Freely in Hope’s Program & Partnerships Director, Lydia coordinates, designs, and implements programs that exemplify best practices on ending the cycle of sexual violence. Lydia is also on the Brave Movement Global Survivor Council.
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Maryanne: From Survivor to Child Protection Advocate
Maryanne’s story is one of courage, resilience, and hope. As Freely in Hope’s Child Protection Program Coordinator, Maryanne leads sexual abuse prevention programs across Kenya. She equips children, parents, teachers, and organizational leaders with lifesaving knowledge about consent, body safety, and reporting abuse. As she is creating awareness about sexual violence, her dream is to build an art center for children!
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