The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) joined government, security agencies, civil society and partners in Nairobi for the Validation Workshop of Kenya’s Third National Action Plan (KNAP III) on UNSCR 1325.
The draft plan builds on progress under KNAP I and II, which saw women gain ground in politics, security institutions and regional peacebuilding. KNAP III seeks to move beyond representation to give women greater authority in decision-making, while strengthening community peace structures. It also brings new priorities: integrating climate resilience into peacebuilding, protecting women in digital spaces, ensuring sustainable financing through national and county budgets, donor support and gender responsive instruments.
Delegates stressed accountability, gender-sensitive data and inclusion of marginalised groups as critical to ensuring the plan delivers on its ambitions
