2020 was a year of extreme weather around the world and 2021 has begun with a feeling of optimism in the country and the world at large. New resolutions have been set. Bad habits left, with new dreams and priorities setting in, and we can’t but wait to see how this year will turn out.… Continue reading Climate Change 2021: What to Expect
A section of Baringo leaders have vowed to use women outreach missions to stamp out Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) which is seen to be gaining prevalence in Baringo County. Speaking at Kabarnet Museums grounds during the launch of Baringo Interfaith Network, County Women of Faith Network chair lady Veronica Kipsang stated that her caucus will… Continue reading Baringo Women of Faith Network fight on Female Genital Mutilation
The Inter-Religious Council of Kenya was proud to be the inaugural co-sponsor of the Narok County Mental Health Sports’ Day - a football tournament that raised awareness for ‘Transcending Foundations of Peace and Security for Inclusive and Sustainable Development in Kenya’ project. The football match was held on 24th November 2020 at Narok Motonyi Arena. It… Continue reading Mental Health Awareness Football Match in Narok County
The first time you see the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir temple as it stands majestically at the top of the stairs along Forest Road, Nairobi it takes your breath away. The beautifully done wood carvings, the well-blended colors – you cannot help but to just stand amazed by the architectural work done on the temple.… Continue reading ‘Welcoming The Other’ to the Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Temple
“We strongly discourage the concept of Maslaha and any act that violates the rights of girls. Cases of rape, defilement, GBV and early marriages involving minors, girls and women should be met with the full force of the law”, Halima Dida Chair - Isiolo Women of Faith Network (IWFN) Isiolo women of faith network was… Continue reading Isiolo Women of Faith Network Declare a Countywide Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Girls
Women have been the most affected during this pandemic. Women across the country have found ways of strengthening COVID 19 preventive and mitigation measures. Halima Dida who is a member of Isiolo Women of Faith Network shared her story. What is your name? Halima Dida Golicha How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected you? It has greatly… Continue reading Women of Faith response to COVID-19 in Kenya: Isiolo County
By Desnah Bittok and Faith Lutomia On 16th October, 2020, Religious Leaders from the Christian, Muslim and Hindu faiths gathered at Uhuru Park in solidarity with a section of the Shona Community in Kenya to hold a prayer session. The prayers were to ask God to intervene for the government of Kenya to grant the… Continue reading PLIGHT OF THE SHONA COMMUNITY
Faith for Nature Conference Declaration High-level faith leaders, faith communities, and academics – recognising the triple threats of poverty and inequity, climate change and biodiversity loss – engaged in a global dialogue anchored at the historic cathedral of Skálholt in Iceland to discuss a coalition of hope, commitment and action. The Inter-Religious Council of Kenya… Continue reading Religious Leaders Sacred Commitment Towards the Care for The Mother Earth
By Anthony Blaize This moment in human history is unprecedented. Industrial economies as currently constructed impact our planet so extensively that geologists are considering designating a new geological epoch named for humans, the Anthropocene. For people of belief, this possibility calls for deep reflection on humanity’s place in Creation. What other species can impact its… Continue reading CARING FOR OUR COMMON FUTURE #FaithForEarth
Women have been the most affected during this pandemic. Women across the country have found ways of strengthening COVID 19 preventive and mitigation measures. Shamsa Fadhili who is a member of Mombasa Women of Faith Network shared her story. What is your name? Shamsa Abubakar Fadhili How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected you? I am… Continue reading Women of Faith response to COVID-19 in Kenya: Mombasa County
