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October Highlights

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JULY Highlights

2 scholars enrolled in computer lessons!

With the transition to online education, proficiency in computer expertise is a much needed skill. We are excited for our scholars to learn about the basics and advances in computer!

1 University Scholar graduated!

We are thrilled to announce the graduation of Magdalene Chikanya, who received a BA in Community Development. She is now working for Freely in Hope as the Program Coordinator in Zambia. Congratulations!

International Day of the Girl Video Competition Winners

This year, the United Nations International Day of the Girl theme is “Be Bold, From Equality to Equity.” In response, Freely in Hope launched an arts competition to invite communities to be a part of reimagining a safer Kenya for teenage girls. The arts competition was themed: Back off!! Mimi ni under 18 (I’m under 18).

WE RECEIVED 44 SUBMISSIONS FROM 12 COUNTIES ACROSS KENYA!

Watch this video to see Lydia Matioli, our program manager in Kenya, announcing the 3 winners who will win the cash prize and care package from P&G!

The Book Club was a Blast!

Thanks all who attended our Book Club last week! At our Book Club, we discussed the interconnectedness of liberation, healing, and advocacy with survivors of sexual violence. We had such transformative conversations! Watch the conversations with Freely in Hope staff and alumni to learn from their wisdom!

Part I: liberation

part ii: healing

Featuring Magdalene Chikanya, Zambia

Featuring Trizah Waiyaki & Lydia Matioli, Kenya

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Q& A From Pain to Power – The Super Girls Revolution with Magdalene

February 26, 2026

As a survivor of sexual violence, I started SGR in my mother’s backyard because the need to ensure girls were supported through mentorship, education, and empowerment was so urgent. My dream was always consistent: to mentor girls to take up space and be leaders, allowing every light in the community to shine.

How Safe Spaces and Survivor-Led Care Are Multiplying Healing

February 16, 2026

The movement to end sexual violence is undergoing a profound and necessary transformation. For decades, the global conversation has often focused on external interventions and temporary aid. Today, a new, powerful model is emerging: one that centers the unshakeable wisdom, expertise, and leadership of African survivors. This isn’t just about inclusion; it is a strategic shift toward sustainability, efficacy, and genuine, lasting societal change.

How FIH Is Strengthening the Ecosystem of Care for Survivors in Kenya

January 15, 2026

Kenya’s fight against sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) is far from over. Poverty, harmful cultural practices, lack of GBV awareness, lack of access to justice among others perpetuate violence in many Kenyan communities. In addition to that, survivors when seeking for help face stigma, fear and trauma not only from the violence itself but also from systems that are meant to provide protection, support and justice. Instead, the systems end up silencing them. As a result, it makes their healing difficult and the violence hidden.

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