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# CIFORD Kenya

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- [VOCATIONAL TRAINER (WELDING & METALWORK)](https://cifordkenya.org/vocational-trainer-welding-metalwork/) - Job Description CIFORD Kenya is seeking a skilled and passionate Vocational Trainer (Welding & Metalwork) to support training at our Vocational Training Centre. The successful candidate will equip trainees with practical, industry-relevant welding and metal fabrication skills that enhance employability and entrepreneurship. Key Responsibilities Deliver theoretical and hands-on training in welding and metal fabrication Train
- [GARDENER (1 POSITION)](https://cifordkenya.org/gardener-1-position/) - Job Description CIFORD Kenya is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Gardener to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of our compound. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day grounds and garden maintenance. Key Responsibilities Ground maintenance: Cleaning and maintaining the compound and surrounding areas Gardening & landscaping: Planting, watering, pruning, and caring for
- [SECURITY OFFICER (2 POSITIONS)](https://cifordkenya.org/security-officer-2-positions/) - Job Summary CIFORD Kenya is seeking two (2) responsible, alert, and disciplined Security Officers to safeguard our premises, staff, visitors, and property. The ideal candidates must demonstrate integrity, vigilance, and commitment to duty. Key Responsibilities Guard and patrol assigned premises to prevent theft, damage, or unauthorized access Monitor entry and exit of staff, visitors, and
- [International Youth Day 2025: Building Leaders, Changing the Future](https://cifordkenya.org/international-youth-day-2025-building-leaders-changing-the-future/) - On this International Youth Day, CIFORD Kenya proudly joined the global community in celebrating the power, vision and limitless potential of young people, especially girls, whose ideas, resilience and leadership are shaping brighter futures for their communities and the world. In many spaces, women remain underrepresented in leadership, and as a result, many of their
- [When Conflict Silences Mothers: The Hidden Cost of Insecurity on Breastfeeding in Turkana](https://cifordkenya.org/when-conflict-silences-mothers-the-hidden-cost-of-insecurity-on-breastfeeding-in-turkana/) - In Turkana, insecurity is disrupting breastfeeding and maternal health. This article explores how conflict affects women’s ability to care for their children and why peace is essential for health interventions to succeed.
- [From Stigma to Strength: How CIFORD Kenya is Transforming Young Mothers’ Lives](https://cifordkenya.org/from-stigma-to-strength-how-ciford-kenya-is-transforming-young-mothers-lives/) - Empowering Young Mothers: CIFORD Kenya Launches 2025 Vocational Training Program The Young Mothers’ Orientation Meeting at CIFORD Kenya Centre marked the beginning of an inspiring journey for a group of determined young women. Selected from different communities, these young mothers—most of them teenagers—are embarking on a life-changing experience through vocational training programs in tailoring, hairdressing,
- [The Beauty of Determination: Fridah Kamathi’s Rise as a Community Beacon](https://cifordkenya.org/the-beauty-of-determination-fridah-kamathis-rise-as-a-community-beacon/) - Life often challenges us in unexpected ways, but it also offers opportunities to rise above and thrive. For Fridah Kamathi, a 30-year-old mother from Upendo Limbine, her story is not just about survival—it’s about creating a legacy of hope, determination, and transformation. This is the tale of how one woman turned her dreams into reality,
- [Inspiring Change Through the Journey to Empower Girls for Leadership](https://cifordkenya.org/inspiring-change-through-the-journey-to-empower-girls-for-leadership/) - Discover how a transformative leadership initiative is shaping the next generation of women leaders, empowering rural girls in Kenya to excel and inspire change.
- [Office Assistant / Cook](https://cifordkenya.org/office-assistant-cook/) - Job Responsibilities: Maintain office cleanliness and organization. Prepare meals for staff as needed. Ensure smooth office operations by keeping supplies and equipment well-arranged. Perform additional duties as assigned by management. Qualifications and Skills Required: KCSE Certificate or equivalent. Prior experience in a similar role is an advantage. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability
- [Community Health Intern](https://cifordkenya.org/community-health-intern/) - CIFORD Kenya is looking for a dedicated and passionate Community Health Intern to join our team and support our health-focused initiatives in rural communities. Key Responsibilities Assist in fieldwork and community outreach activities. Support programs aimed at improving healthcare access and awareness. Collaborate with team members to implement health-related interventions. Communicate effectively with community members to promote
- [Digital Communication Officer Intern](https://cifordkenya.org/digital-communication-officer-intern/) - CIFORD Kenya is seeking a talented and motivated Digital Communication Officer Intern to join our team. Key Responsibilities Manage and grow CIFORD’s social media platforms (Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, Instagram). Develop mission-driven content, including graphics, videos, and posts. Edit professional-quality videos using Adobe Premiere Pro. Design creative materials using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Illustrator. Manage multiple
- [Stitching a Brighter Future: Mary Nkatha’s Inspiring Journey](https://cifordkenya.org/stitching-a-brighter-future-mary-nkathas-inspiring-journey/) - At just 22 years old, Mary Nkatha has transformed her life and become a source of inspiration for her community in Mumui village, Tigania West Sub-County, Meru County. A determined and self-motivated young mother, Mary first encountered CIFORD Kenya at a young mothers’ seminar focusing on child health and immunization. This pivotal moment marked the
- [CLIMATE ACTION THROUGH ENERGY SAVING STOVES](https://cifordkenya.org/climate-action-through-energy-saving-stoves/) - With an energy-saving stove now in place, we visited Ann from the Kanja Self Help Group and were amazed by the transformation. Since installing the stove a month ago, it has become a beautiful, clean fixture in her kitchen, significantly improving her cooking experience. She is now comfortably cooking tea. "My back used to ache
- [Linet Kambanja's Journey: From FGM Survivor to Community Health Advocate](https://cifordkenya.org/linet-kambanjas-journey-from-fgm-survivor-to-community-health-advocate/) - In this inspiring video, Linet Kambanja shares her incredible journey from witnessing the harms of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in her village to becoming a passionate advocate for community health and girls' empowerment. Learn how CIFORD Kenya's Alternative Rite of Passage program transformed her life, guiding her to a brighter future and enabling her to champion the fight against FGM in Meru County. Join us to celebrate Linet's achievements and her dedication to empowering the next generation of girls.
- [Feathers of Success: Julius' Story of Thriving in Poultry Farming](https://cifordkenya.org/feathers-of-success-julius-story-of-thriving-in-poultry-farming/) - In the arid landscapes of Lairangi village, Julius found hope amidst adversity through indigenous poultry farming. Despite facing the harsh realities of erratic rainfall and crop failure, Julius, a member of Tumaini Self Help group, turned to poultry as a lifeline. However, his initial efforts were fraught with challenges – from disease outbreaks to the complexities of breeding. Enter CIFORD Kenya, a beacon of knowledge and empowerment for rural communities. With their guidance, Julius embarked on a transformative journey. Through comprehensive training on poultry management, disease control, and breeding techniques, Julius not only saved his flock but also watched it flourish. From a modest beginning with just eight chickens, Julius now tends to a thriving flock of 55, empowered to sell surplus birds to fund his son's education. Julius' story epitomizes the impact of CIFORD Kenya in empowering farmers like him to break the cycle of poverty. With newfound knowledge and skills, Julius stands as a testament to the transformative power of community-based initiatives in sustainable agriculture. Through his perseverance and CIFORD's support, Julius has not only secured his livelihood but also become a beacon of hope for his community.
- [Water for Change: Glory Nkatha's Journey to Self-Sufficiency](https://cifordkenya.org/water-for-change-glory-nkathas-journey-to-self-sufficiency/) - In a village once plagued by water scarcity and dwindling food supplies, one woman’s life took a remarkable turn thanks to a simple water tank. Glory Nkatha, a vibrant mother of two, faced the daily struggle of trekking miles to fetch water and spending hard-earned money on nearly-rotten vegetables from the market. But everything changed when she joined Mugae CBO Self-Help Group and partnered with CIFORD Kenya. Through their support, she received a 2,300-liter water tank, along with training on water handling, treatment, and smart gardening practices. Now, Glory’s home overflows with lush, organic vegetables. Her new nutritional garden, fueled by harvested rainwater and recycled greywater, not only provides a variety of fresh produce for her family but also generates surplus to share with her neighbors. This is the story of how a simple change in water storage transformed a family’s life and sowed the seeds of a thriving community garden.
- [Fostering Futures: Empowering Rural Girls through Girls for Leaders Initiative](https://cifordkenya.org/fostering-futures-empowering-rural-girls-through-girls-for-leaders-initiative/) - Empowering rural girls in Meru County's arid areas through 'Girls for Leaders' program by CIFORD Kenya. Unlocking potential with life skills, health education, and inspiring role models, paving the way for confident and informed leaders of tomorrow.
- [Empowering Women, Changing Lives: Catherine's Journey with CIFORD Kenya](https://cifordkenya.org/empowering-women-changing-lives-catherines-journey-with-ciford-kenya/) - Inspiring Transformation: Catherine Muketha's Remarkable Journey with CIFORD Kenya's Women Group - From a Trained Teacher to an Empowered Water Resource Steward. Discover how access to a water tank brought convenience and sustainability to Catherine's life, allowing her to grow her food and make a positive impact in her rural community. Read her heartwarming testimonial of gratitude for CIFORD's tireless support in uplifting rural women
- [Meet Our future Dentist](https://cifordkenya.org/meet-our-future-dentist/) - Leah Makena is a Form One Student at Muthara Day Secondary. Leah knew about CIFORD when her mother, a member of Mwerondu Women group went with an invitation for the girls to go for alternative rite of passage. This time Leah was a shy village girl who was in Class 8 and could not stand and talk inform of people.
- [Severina Mukoiti's Inspiring Journey: Cultivating Prosperity Through Organic Farming](https://cifordkenya.org/severina-mukoitis-inspiring-journey-cultivating-prosperity-through-organic-farming/) - Severina Mukoiti's inspiring journey of empowerment through organic farming in arid conditions. With the support of CIFORD Kenya, Severina transformed her barren land in Luuma village, Muthara ward, into a thriving oasis, providing ample food for her family. Her newfound knowledge and sustainable practices enabled her to overcome the challenges of erratic rainfall and generate income by selling surplus produce to neighbors. Severina's story exemplifies the transformative impact of empowering women in agriculture, fostering resilience and prosperity within her community. Discover how her dedication, combined with CIFORD K's guidance, turned a seemingly insurmountable challenge into a tale of triumph and abundance.
- [Transforming Lives: Empowering Adolescents for Academic Achievement and Mental Wellness](https://cifordkenya.org/transforming-lives-empowering-adolescents-for-academic-achievement-and-mental-wellness/) - Thitha Mixed Secondary School's success story: A mentorship program by CIFORD Kenya on mental health resulted in a significant reduction of negative vices, including teenage pregnancies and school dropouts. The school proposes continued engagement to empower students for academic achievement and well-being.
- [Know Our Staff : Margaret Ikiara](https://cifordkenya.org/know-our-staff-margaret-ikiara/) - Margaret Ikiara is the founder and director of CIFORD Kenya, a community-based organization located in Meru County, Kenya. CIFORD Kenya aims to empower women and girls through education, skills training, and advocacy for their rights. The organization also works to promote sustainable development in the community by promoting environmental conservation and supporting small-scale agriculture. Margaret
- [Preserving Water for a Sustainable Future: CIFORD Kenya's Efforts to Mitigate the Water Crisis in Meru](https://cifordkenya.org/preserving-water-for-a-sustainable-future-ciford-kenyas-efforts-to-mitigate-the-water-crisis-in-meru/) - As we celebrate World Water Day, CIFORD Kenya recognizes the importance of valuing water and the need for its sustainable management. Water is an essential resource that is necessary for our survival, and its conservation should be a top priority for everyone. Unfortunately, many communities, including Tigania East and West in Meru County, Kenya, are
- [Transforming Lives through Access to Clean Water: Joyce's Story in Lailuba, Kenya](https://cifordkenya.org/transforming-lives-through-access-to-clean-water-joyces-story-in-lailuba-kenya/) - Discover how Joyce's life and her community in Lailuba, Kenya were transformed when she received a water tank, providing access to clean water and enabling her to engage in farming activities throughout the year despite unreliable rainfall.
- [Happy International Women's Day!](https://cifordkenya.org/happy-international-womens-day/) - Today, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of women around the world. Over the years, women have shattered glass ceilings, overcome obstacles, and made significant contributions to every aspect of life. From politics to sports, from science to the arts, women have proved that they are no less capable than men. We have seen women achieve
- [Orange the World: End Violence against Women Now!](https://cifordkenya.org/orange-the-world-end-violence-against-women-now/) - 16 days of Activism is here and so are we with some extremely important conversation and questions. According to WHO 1 in every 3 women globally experience gender based violence. The situation is no different in Kenya and mainly Meru county. SGBV is a common phenomenon against women and girls as compared to Men,
- [Joy after three years.](https://cifordkenya.org/joy-after-three-years/) - Teresina James is a member of women group which joined CIFORD Kenya in 2020. Working with the group has made Teresina discover that she can use the little water she has to grow fruits and vegetables. After giving the farmers some mango seedlings. Teresina’s family have something to smile about as they have bananas and
- [HOLIDAY ADOLESCENTS MENTORSHIP REPORT.](https://cifordkenya.org/holiday-adolescents-mentorship-report/) - The mental health needs of children and adolescents in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) have been neglected, leading to a serious mental health gap. The mental health care needs of young people are not acknowledged, and when they are, there are insufficient numbers of professionals trained to provide such care. The World Health Organization reports
- [DEVELOPING SELF-RELIANCE AMONG WOMEN THROUGH KITCHEN GARDENING](https://cifordkenya.org/developing-self-reliance-among-women-through-kitchen-gardening/) - DEVELOPING SELF-RELIANCE AMONG WOMEN THROUGH KITCHEN GARDENING. Children will always ask for food from their mothers and not fathers. So any time there is no food at home, the woman feels the pain of her kids. CIFORD has involved women in food production to ensure food security. Every farmer encounters her own pie of challenges
- [From the young mothers Programme to the Top beautician in Town](https://cifordkenya.org/from-a-young-mothers-programme-to-the-top-beautician-in-town/) - Eva Kamathi Is one of the first group of young mothers who attended the training on the Hair dressing and beauty. Eva is a mother of a girl and she dropped out of school in form two. When Eva joined the group she was so stressed and withdrawn. She was not talking to her friends
- [Sanitary Pads for Christmas](https://cifordkenya.org/sanitary-pads-for-christmas/) - Since the first case of COVID-19 was reported in Kenya in March 2020 , Kenya has been confronting rather unusual enemy, a pandemic that has brought many aspects of life to a near standstill. The government has been on the race against time and resources to curb the spread of Corona Virus but in the
- [WE STARTED 7 YEARS AGO AND WE ARE STILL TOGETHER](https://cifordkenya.org/we-started-7-years-ago-and-we-are-still-together/) - ‘’My greatest achievement as the chairlady is the fact that we are able to pay the school fees of our children from our table banking without going for bank loans or debts from our friends. Since we started, there is no single case of one of our members who has failed to educate her children because of lack of money. We always come to the aid of every member.’’ Susan Mwonjaru, chairlady
- [WHERE ARE THEY NOW TEN YEARS AFTER ATTENDING ARP SEMINAR- DORIS](https://cifordkenya.org/alternative-rite-of-passage/) - ARP SEMINARS Through its advocacy against female genital mutilation in Meru region, CIFORD Kenya adopted alternative rites of passage for girls between 10 to 15 years a practice, which is aimed at upholding the culture and training these girls on all rites associated with traditional female genital mutilation practice but the girls are rather cut
- [congratulations to Maureen Maguire for Her election as the Soroptimist International President Elect 2020-2021](https://cifordkenya.org/congratulations-to-maureen-maguire-for-her-election-as-the-soroptimist-international-president-elect-2020-2021/) - I take this opportunity to congratulate Maureen Maguire for Her election as the Soroptimist International President Elect 2020-2021 . We had a great opportunity to host Maureen Maguire and other SIGBI sisters at CIFORD Kenya during the Study visit in 2018 for Meru Women Garden Project in Kenya. This is a project which was funded
- [Young mothers supports in the fight of COVID 19](https://cifordkenya.org/young-mothers-empowerment-2/) - With Emergence of COVID19, these young mothers have chosen to come back and give back to the community by joining CIFORDs effort to fight COVID-19 in the rural community by helping to make masks for the communities to protect them from the virus.
- [TRACES OF HOPE THROUGH SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE](https://cifordkenya.org/traces-of-hope-through-sustainable-agriculture/) - Ann Mwari, a proud mother of six in her late 30s from Cheranga Village, Tigania West Constituency in Meru County. She is a member of Cheranga women self-help group. Her commitment, dedication and passion to unleash her potential through their group is quiet promising. Her journey started 2 years ago when she made a bold move to join colleague women in order to work together by bettering one another.
- [Rays of Hope](https://cifordkenya.org/rays-of-hope/) - Julia Kauria is a member of Kailakai Self help group in Kianjai ward, She is a beneficiary of CIFORD training program which is aimed at sustainable agriculture for food security. Julia has a garden and the joy in a whole family can be expressed in their faces.
- [The Challenges of Physically challenged and elderly in Rural Kenya](https://cifordkenya.org/the-challenges-of-physically-challenged-and-elderly-in-rural-kenya/) - Kalumera Thuranira is a 63 year old widow from Mumui sub location of Meru in the semi-arid region. Kalumera is seen as an outcast in the community as she is deaf and dumb and has no children. Her husband died 20 years ago who had married her as a second wife. Kalumera lives a lonely and alienated life.
- [Where are they Now](https://cifordkenya.org/alternative-rite-of-passage-2/) - CIFORD Kenya started the Alternative rite of passage a decade ago which are done three times a year during the school holidays. There are over 3000 girls who have been rescued from Female Genital Mutilation through the ARP. Has this project been successful could be a question in our minds, So, where are the girls who went through the ARP session almost decade ago? Well, we are now on a journey to trace the girls who went through our ARP share with you
- [Door to door education to our members on COVID 19 and measures to prevent it](https://cifordkenya.org/door-to-door-education-to-our-members-on-covid-19-and-measures-to-prevent-it/) - Supply of Soap CIFORD Kenya was proposed to be in the Sub County Taskforce Committee for the COVID 19. This gave has the permission to go out to the community and educate them on the Corona Virus how its transmitted, avoid and also the symptons. We have been passing this information and with the poverty
- [EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN IN THE ORDINARY WORLD](https://cifordkenya.org/women-empowerment/) - Women play a critical role in the journey of community transformation by being on the front line as the game changers. Ntalami women group exemplifies this through their hard work, learning every day and walking the talk. CIFORD-KENYA has continuously engaged them through weekly trainings and actively participated in their steady progress. ‘’ we are
- [BREATHING LIFE INTO THE FUTURE THROUGH                  YOUTHS IN SCHOOL EMPOWERMENT](https://cifordkenya.org/breathing-life-into-the-future-through-youths-in-school-empowerment/) - Nicholas Mutethia is a 12 year old young boy, son to Mr. Tongai Joseph and Mrs. Mukweyi Agnes from Twale village, Akithi ward in Tigania West constituency within Meru County. Mutethia schools in Twale primary in class 6. Currently is at home on an indefinite break heeding to the president’s order to have all learning
- [CIFORD USING FOOD TO REDUCE INFECTIONS](https://cifordkenya.org/ciford-using-food-to-reduce-infections/) - Nchekei story “We will wash our hands and observe the hygiene you tell us but the most important thing is the use of health and nutritious food. “ Rebecca Ncekei told our officer when she visited her at her home. She told her that she is over 70 years and she depends on using food
- [CIFORD Role in the fight against COVID 19](https://cifordkenya.org/ciford-role-in-the-fight-against-covid-19/) - As the world continues to face the challenge of COVID19, CIFORD Kenya through its community Health Department has been in front line to educate and create awareness on the dangers of Corona virus and how the rural communities can be able to avoid contracting the disease. CIFORD Kenya has been co-opted in the Sub County
- [Meet Mary Njeri](https://cifordkenya.org/meet-mary-njeri/) - Mary Njeri of Twarama women group To generate income to be able to take good care of five children and an elderly mother in-law ;Mary Njeri needed something to do on top of the daily agricultural activities .The choice was very difficult to make until when she joined members of Tumaini women group for beadwork
- [The tale of Mweronkanga](https://cifordkenya.org/the-tale-of-mweronkanga/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.9"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.9"]From the hills of Nyambene lies a land with untold story. The ‘dry land’ of Mweronkanga; the marginalized land as they put it where poverty has been the daily norm and struggling to put food on the table is a big issue .With only one medical facility,
- [AUGUST 2019 BOYS EMPOWEREMENT SEMINAR](https://cifordkenya.org/august-2019-boys-empowerement-seminar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.9" custom_margin="-172px|||"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_divider _builder_version="3.9"][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text text_font_size="43px" text_orientation="center" _builder_version="3.9" text_font="|||on|||||" ul_font="||||||||"]Background[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.9"]Global estimates published by WHO indicates that about 1 in 3 (35%) of women worldwide has experienced either physical and /or sexual intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime Most of this violence is intimate partner violence.
- [Water Tank for Change – Jelinda’s Story](https://cifordkenya.org/water-tank-for-change-jelindas-story/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="1px|0px|0|0px|false|false"][et_pb_row custom_padding="0|0px|27px|0px|false|false" _builder_version="3.9"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.9" text_font="||||||||" text_font_size="20px"] Water is life, surviving without water is the most hectic ordeal especially if you are a woman from since the household chore is your burden. Life with no source of water for Jelinda was hell with the nearest water source being 3Km
- [WORLD MENSTRUAL HYGIENE DAY 28TH MAY 2019](https://cifordkenya.org/world-menstrual-hygiene-day-28th-may-2019/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="0|0px|0|0px|false|false"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="0|0px|27px|0px|false|false"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text text_font_size="20px" _builder_version="3.9" header_font="||||||||" text_font="||||||||"] In Tigania school going adolescent girls misses school during their menstrual period due to lack of sanitary towels. They also don’t have information on the date of the cycle and causes of this. Others are embarrassed and they don’t wish to
- [EUNICE NYEERA SUCCESS STORY](https://cifordkenya.org/eunice-nyeera-success-story/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="1px|0px|0|0px|false|false"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="0|0px|27px|0px|false|false"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text text_font_size="20px" _builder_version="3.9" text_font="||||||||"] Business is a sector mostly dominated by tycoons, no one can start and run a business if he/she is not financially stable. Well, that is the belief most people have, but not until you will meet Eunice Nyeera a mother and a
- [CIFORD Young Mothers program](https://cifordkenya.org/ciford-young-mothers-program/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="0|0px|0|0px|false|false"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="0|0px|26.2188px|0px|false|false"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.9"] CIFORD Kenya has indentified a gap in the young women who have unplanned pregnancies and have dropped out of school or other institutions to care for the kids. These women are facing a lot of problems from stigma from family and relatives to poverty
- [Youth in school Mentorship.](https://cifordkenya.org/youth-in-school-mentorship/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="0|0px|0|0px|false|false"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.9"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.9"] The future of very community depends on its youth. The young people should be empowered, mentored and trained to be responsible citizen in the society. CIFORD Kenya has seen the need to work with the youth in school and out of school . This is
- [What a man can do, an empowered woman can do better regardelesss of age………..](https://cifordkenya.org/what-a-man-can-do-an-empowered-woman-can-do-better-regardelesss-of-age/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9" custom_padding="0|0px|52.4375px|0px|false|false"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.9"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.9"] Meet Teresa Mwonjaru, a 63 years old woman from Thinyaine, Meru County. A single mother and a granny to 2 young boys and a girl who she was left with after losing her daughter. Teresa was living in a very stressful dark days until when
- [Young Mothers  Empowerment](https://cifordkenya.org/young-mothers-empowerment/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.9" custom_margin="-169px|||"][et_pb_row _builder_version="3.9"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.9" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text text_font_size="22px" _builder_version="3.9" text_font="||||||||"] In Kenya, in the recent past the issue of teenage pregnancy has been highlighted and it’s alarming. In Meru, the teenage pregnancy stands at 20%. CIFORD Kenya has focused on the issue of teenage pregnancy where we have a program on supporting the
- [WOMEN , SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AND CLIMATE CHANGE](https://cifordkenya.org/women-sustainable-agriculture-and-climate-change/) - [et_pb_section fb_built="1" fullwidth="on" admin_label="Section" _builder_version="3.0.47"][et_pb_fullwidth_header title="PREAMBLE " admin_label="Fullwidth Header" _builder_version="3.9" background_color="rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)" background_layout="light" title_font_size="42px" content_font="Times New Roman||||||||" title_font="Times New Roman|600|||||||"] The project is a partnership between community and CIFORD Kenya to empower women in Tigania community with sustainable agriculture skills and the adaptation of climate change. This project aimed to train the women in
- [CIFORD KENYA, CHANGING THE GAME.](https://cifordkenya.org/ciford-kenya-changing-game/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTIONS" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0" title_font="|on|||"] Women and girls empowerment in Meru County is one of the major challenges in the region, a county where male chauvinism has been ‘roaring’ not allowing women
- [GENDER BASED VIOLENCE SEMINAR](https://cifordkenya.org/gender-based-violence-seminar/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTIONS" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0"] Domestic violence has become a very common vice in Meru at large. In Kenya domestic violence has increased to 38%. The violence is both physical and emotional for
- [MARY KABERIA STORY](https://cifordkenya.org/mary-kaberia-story/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="section"][et_pb_row admin_label="row"][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_divider admin_label="Divider" color="#7cda24" show_divider="on" height="3" divider_style="solid" divider_position="top" hide_on_mobile="on"] [/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff" border_style="solid"] A widow, a mother and a grandmother at the same time. Her son’s marriage collapsed, and the daughter-in-law left; leaving behind a son (below), the burden to provide for the family befell her. With just as small
- [Land Preparation Seminar](https://cifordkenya.org/land-preparation-seminar/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="off" specialty="off"][et_pb_row admin_label="Row"][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_divider admin_label="Divider" color="#adc743" show_divider="on" divider_style="solid" divider_position="top" divider_weight="8" hide_on_mobile="off" height="0"] [/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0"] A kitchen garden is a small plot of land in which vegetables are grown for
- [Family Health](https://cifordkenya.org/family-health/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTIONS" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0"] Family health has been a big concern in our community and Kenya at large. Many families have no idea of basic family health skills. Many families have little
- [Colleta's Story](https://cifordkenya.org/colletas-story/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fb_built="1" background_color="rgba(0,0,0,0.03)" parallax="on" parallax_method="off" custom_padding="30px|0px|0px|0px" padding_mobile="off" module_id="next" custom_css_main_element="||"][et_pb_row admin_label="Row" make_fullwidth="on" padding_mobile="off" column_padding_mobile="on"][et_pb_column type="1_4"][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type="1_2"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" text_orientation="center" text_font="Bree Serif||||" text_font_size="35" text_text_color="#ffffff" text_line_height="1em" background_color="#000000" custom_margin="||-1%|" background_layout="light" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff" border_style="solid"] COLLETA'S [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" text_orientation="center" text_font="Bree Serif||||" text_font_size="35" text_text_color="#ffffff" background_color="#7cff2b" custom_padding="||10px|" background_layout="light" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff" border_style="solid"] STORY [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type="1_4"][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label="Row" make_fullwidth="on" custom_padding="0px|0px|0px|0px" padding_mobile="off" column_padding_mobile="on" parallax_method_1="off" parallax_method_2="off"][et_pb_column type="1_2"][et_pb_image admin_label="Image"
- [Alternative rite of passage success stories](https://cifordkenya.org/alternative-rite-passage-success-stories/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="section"][et_pb_row admin_label="Row" make_fullwidth="off" use_custom_width="off" width_unit="on" use_custom_gutter="off" custom_padding="168px||0px|" padding_mobile="on" allow_player_pause="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" make_equal="off" parallax_1="off" parallax_method_1="off" parallax_2="off" parallax_method_2="off" column_padding_mobile="on" custom_padding_tablet="64px||0px|" custom_padding_last_edited="on|tablet" disabled_on="on|on|off" disabled="off" collapsed="off"][et_pb_column type="1_2"][et_pb_image admin_label="Image" src="http://www.cifordkenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/P1100760.jpg" show_in_lightbox="off" url_new_window="off" use_overlay="off" animation="left" sticky="on" align="left" force_fullwidth="on" always_center_on_mobile="on" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff" border_style="solid"] [/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type="1_2"][et_pb_divider admin_label="Divider" color="#adc743" show_divider="on" divider_style="solid" divider_position="top" divider_weight="8" hide_on_mobile="off" height="0"] [/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label="Our Vision Statement" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff"
- [Post Harvest Management](https://cifordkenya.org/post-harvest-management/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTION" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0" title_font_color="#7cda24" title_font="|on|||"] Maize is essential food in Kenya hence most cultivated by most farmers. According to journal research volume 57, April 2014 there is a lot of post-harvest
- [Girls Seminar](https://cifordkenya.org/girls-seminar/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTIONS" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0"] Many girls go through female genital mutilation (FGM) willingly or unwillingly in Meru County, despite the fact that the practice is outlawed. Most of these practices are usually
- [MEN CONSULTATIVE SEMINAR ON GENDER](https://cifordkenya.org/men-consultative-seminar-gender/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTIONS" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0"] Gender is an interdisciplinary concept that refers to women and men, the relation between them, and the institution that governs that relationship. Men are the actor who influences
- [Young Mothers Seminar](https://cifordkenya.org/young-mothers-seminar/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTION" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0"] From unprecedented population ageing to increasing unemployment, from global leadership imbalance to persisting conflicts, from resource scarcity to volatile global food supplies are the major challenges being encountered
- [TREE PLANTING AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION SEMINAR](https://cifordkenya.org/tree-planting/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTIONS" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0"] In 1963 forest covered 10% of land in Kenya and by 2006 that dropped to 1.7%. The Kenya Foresrty working group has estimated that Kenya will lose US$300milllion each year
- [CIFORD Well for Drinking Water Fund (Be a Part)](https://cifordkenya.org/ciford-well-for-drinking-water-fund-be-a-part/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="section"][et_pb_row admin_label="row"][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text" background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff" border_style="solid"] Soroptimist International of Glendale (SIG) recently hosted Margaret Ikiara of Meru, Kenya, who works for CIFORD as part of a friendship grant program for Soroptimist. We were so impressed by her presentation of the work CIFORD Kenya does to improve the lives of women and
- [GIRLS SEMINAR REPORT HELD AT CIFORD KENYA –CENTRE, LAILUBA FROM 21ST -25TH SEPTEMBER 2017.](https://cifordkenya.org/207409/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”Section” fullwidth=”on” specialty=”off”][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label=”Fullwidth Header” title=”INTRODUCTIONS” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” header_fullscreen=”off” header_scroll_down=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”off” content_orientation=”center” image_orientation=”center” custom_button_one=”off” button_one_letter_spacing=”0″ button_one_use_icon=”default” button_one_icon_placement=”right” button_one_on_hover=”on” button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ custom_button_two=”off” button_two_letter_spacing=”0″ button_two_use_icon=”default” button_two_icon_placement=”right” button_two_on_hover=”on” button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″] In June 1999, the Ministry of Health prepared a National Plan of Action for Elimination of FGM/FGC. Contained in the Plan were the results of 1998 demographic and
- [SEXUAL REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH & RIGHTS SEMINAR REPORT HELD AT     CIFORD KENYA –CENTRE, LAILUBA ON 15TH SEPTEMBER 2017.](https://cifordkenya.org/sexual-reproductive-health-rights-seminar-report-held-at-ciford-kenya-centre-lailuba-on-15th-september-2017/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="on" specialty="off"][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label="Fullwidth Header" title="INTRODUCTION." background_layout="light" text_orientation="left" header_fullscreen="off" header_scroll_down="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" content_orientation="center" image_orientation="center" custom_button_one="off" button_one_letter_spacing="0" button_one_use_icon="default" button_one_icon_placement="right" button_one_on_hover="on" button_one_letter_spacing_hover="0" custom_button_two="off" button_two_letter_spacing="0" button_two_use_icon="default" button_two_icon_placement="right" button_two_on_hover="on" button_two_letter_spacing_hover="0"] According to Kenya domestic household survey (KDHS) 2016, 38 percent of women aged 15-49 reported physical violence and 15 percent reported having experienced sexual violence. Statistics indicates that
- [Women training workshop on food security and land preparation 17th April to 20st April 2017](https://cifordkenya.org/women-training-workshop-on-food-security-and-land-preparation-17th-april-to-20st-april-2017/) - [et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="off" specialty="off"][et_pb_row admin_label="Row"][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_divider admin_label="Divider" global_parent="207077" color="#adc743" show_divider="on" divider_style="solid" divider_position="top" divider_weight="8" hide_on_mobile="off" height="0"] [/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section admin_label="Section" fullwidth="off" specialty="off"][et_pb_row admin_label="Row" global_module="207077" make_fullwidth="off" use_custom_width="off" width_unit="on" use_custom_gutter="off" custom_padding="||0px|" padding_mobile="on" allow_player_pause="off" parallax="off" parallax_method="off" make_equal="off" parallax_1="off" parallax_method_1="off" parallax_2="off" parallax_method_2="off" column_padding_mobile="on"][et_pb_column type="1_2"][et_pb_divider global_parent="207077" admin_label="Divider" color="#adc743" show_divider="on" divider_style="solid" divider_position="top" divider_weight="8" hide_on_mobile="off" height="0"] [/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text global_parent="207077" admin_label="Our Mission Statement" background_layout="light" text_orientation="right" use_border_color="off" border_color="#ffffff"

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- [Home](https://cifordkenya.org/) - Empowering women and girls in rural Kenya through education and sustainable development initiatives. Join us in promoting gender equality and reducing poverty.
- [Contact Us](https://cifordkenya.org/contact-us-2/)
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- [Our Programmes](https://cifordkenya.org/programmes-copy/) - Our Programmes Solutions That Create Lasting Change CIFORD Kenya drives sustainable development by empowering communities, protecting natural resources, and strengthening local systems. Our work is anchored on key thematic areas designed to promote resilience, equity, and inclusive growth across Kenya’s most vulnerable communities. Sustainable Agriculture and livelihoods we encourage the farmers to use the locally
- [About Us](https://cifordkenya.org/about-us/) - About Us Community Initiatives for Rural Development (CIFORD Kenya) is a community based organization working in Meru North District of Eastern Province, Kenya. The organization was formed in July 2002 and registered with the Ministry of Sports, Gender and Social Services. The community-based organization was formed to tackle socio-economic problems facing the residents of Meru
- [Career](https://cifordkenya.org/career/) - Career Jobs VOCATIONAL TRAINER (WELDING & METALWORK) Apply Now January 26, 2026 No Comments Jobs GARDENER (1 POSITION) Apply Now January 26, 2026 No Comments Jobs SECURITY OFFICER (2 POSITIONS) Apply Now January 26, 2026 No Comments Jobs Office Assistant / Cook Apply Now January 13, 2025 No Comments Jobs Community Health Intern Apply Now
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- [Community Capacity Building at CIFORD Kenya](https://cifordkenya.org/community-capacity-building-at-ciford-kenya/) - Empower rural communities with CIFORD Kenya's community capacity-building programs. Develop skills, knowledge, and resources for sustainable development.
- [Improving Community Health with CIFORD Kenya](https://cifordkenya.org/improving-community-health-with-ciford-kenya/) - Improve community health in rural Kenya with CIFORD Kenya's programs. Promote disease prevention, healthcare access, and healthy lifestyles. Learn more now.
- [Sustainable Agriculture at CIFORD Kenya](https://cifordkenya.org/sustainable-agriculture-at-ciford-kenya/) - Learn about CIFORD Kenya's sustainable agriculture programs, promoting environmentally responsible farming practices for food security and poverty reduction.
- [Website Development for Non-Profits](https://cifordkenya.org/website-development-for-non-profits/) - Website Development for Non Profits We are excited to announced this Partnership with KINS Solutions a tech company based in Nairobi As a non-profit organization, having a website is a crucial part of reaching more donors and volunteers, raising awareness of your cause, and sharing updates on your projects and activities. With help of KINS
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