Our Mission
Our Mission as seeds of Hope Kenya is to work with women in all our diversity to realize their potential and rights in a bid to achieve sustainable development.
Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYWs)
Seeds of Hope Kenya is dedicated to empowering adolescent girls and young women (AGYWs) in Kisii County and Nyamira County, providing them with a voice, control over their bodies, and opportunities for education and healthcare. We work at the grassroots level to address gender-based violence, promote women's rights, and foster their economic empowerment for a brighter future.
Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR)
Women have the right to decide freely and responsibly on matters related to sexuality. We work collaboratively with local authorities and stakeholders to ensure women are well-informed and empowered to make decisions about their sexuality, protect themselves from STIs, exercise family planning choices, and maintain proper menstrual hygiene. Discover how Seeds of Hope Kenya is transforming women's lives through SRHR education and empowerment.
Sexual and Gender Based Violence
We firmly believe that violence against women and girls is a human rights violation and work tirelessly to promote justice, equality, and dignity for all. By providing support services to survivors, raising awareness, and collaborating with stakeholders, we strive to create a society where SGBV is eradicated, and women and girls can live their lives without fear. Join us in our mission to create safer communities and ensure a future where everyone is treated with respect and equality.
Women in Leadership
Seeds of Hope Kenya is dedicated to promoting women's empowerment in leadership and decision-making processes in Kisii County and Nyamira County. We firmly believe that when women are empowered to lead, societies flourish and become more inclusive. Through our programs and initiatives, we support women in developing their leadership skills, encouraging their political participation, and fostering their leadership in community development.
About us
Seeds of Hope Kenya is dedicated to empowering vulnerable women, youth, and girls in Kisii County and Nyamira County. With a clear vision of eradicating poverty and achieving sustainable development, we provide opportunities, education, and support to uplift communities at the grassroots level. By promoting gender equality, education, economic empowerment, and human rights, we strive to create a brighter future where individuals can thrive and contribute to their communities. Join us in our mission to empower and transform lives for a more equitable and prosperous society.
Our Mission
To work with women in all our diversity to realize their potential and rights in a bid to achieve sustainable development
Our Programmes
At seeds of hope Kenya, we ensure that Women and girls lead a violent-free life. Those at the grassroots with limited livelihoods get to be economically empowered and benefit from development. We ensure that adolescent girls get proper menstrual hygiene support. We also participate in ensuring that women get to leadership levels and participate in decision making Processes.
Gender based Violence
Seeds of hope Kenya supports community based dialogues aimed at changing social and cultural perceptions, attitudes and traditional practices like Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and early marriages, that contribute to Violence Against Women and Girls. We support trainings for law enforcement staff on gender rights, case management and handling of victims, and also advocate for removing barriers to access justice.
Women Economic Empowernment
Seeds of hope Kenya nurtures women’s participation in the economy through advocacy to leverage resources, particularly through agriculture and SMEs. The aim is to make women key players in wealth creation. On the other hand, seeds of hope Kenya actively capacity build women on issues of land rights and property ownership.
Adolescent Girls and Menstrual Hygiene
Seeds of hope Kenya runs a pad drive that ensures young and adolescent girls in rural areas get sanitary towel frequently. We also ensure that they are given knowledge on issues of menstrual hygiene, body anatomy changes and what it means to them.
Women Leadership and Participation in Decision Making Processes
Seeds of hope Kenya supports groups of women leaders across the political divide to lobby and identify effective strategies for protecting women’s social, economic and political rights. We work with other stakeholders to domesticate the convention to eliminate all forms of discrimination against women.
Gender and Sexual Minorities
We strive to create a world where everyone is respected, accepted, and celebrated for who they are. As a grassroots gender and human rights organization, we believe in the inherent dignity and worth of every individual, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. In this platform, we shed light on the experiences of gender and sexual minorities, raise awareness about their rights, and emphasize the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive society.
Leadership
At Seeds of Hope Kenya, we are privileged to have a dedicated and visionary team of leaders who drive our mission of empowering vulnerable communities and promoting sustainable development. Our company leaders are committed to creating positive change by championing gender equality, education, economic empowerment, and human rights. With their expertise, passion, and relentless pursuit of social justice, they inspire our organization to make a meaningful impact in Kisii County and Nyamira County. Get to know the inspiring individuals who guide Seeds of Hope Kenya on its journey towards a brighter and more inclusive future.
Our Director
Ruth Manoti
Ruth Manoti is an esteemed gender and human rights activist, widely recognized for her unwavering commitment to social justice. With a Bachelor's degree in Communication and currently pursuing her Master's in Development Studies, she possesses a solid academic foundation in the fields of communication and development.
Ruth has also undergone specialized training in leadership and management, equipping her with the skills necessary to effectively lead and advocate for change. Her passion for promoting women's participation in leadership positions led her to be nominated as a candidate for the 2022 General Election in Kenya, representing a political party.
Dedicated to empowering women, Ruth has consistently dedicated her efforts to uplift grassroots communities. She has actively worked to improve the lives of women and girls, recognizing the importance of their empowerment for societal progress. As a member of the Lake Region Economic Block Human Rights under KHRC, she contributes to the advancement of human rights in the region. Additionally, Ruth serves as the Secretary to the founding members of KETI (Kisii Endelevu Trust Initiative), an umbrella organization that brings together civil society organizations in Kisii, with support from USAID and the Aga Khan Foundation.
Ruth's involvement extends to various gender-focused working groups, where she contributes her expertise and insights. She has been an active member of the Gender Technical Working Group in Kisii County, Kenya, advocating for gender equality and women's rights. Furthermore, she has also been a valuable member of the HIV/AIDS Gender Technical Working Group, working to address the unique challenges faced by women in relation to HIV/AIDS. Passionate about sustainable development, Ruth envisions a future where communities can thrive while preserving the environment and promoting social equity.
Her drive for sustainable development is rooted in her belief that long-term progress is only achievable when it is i nclusive and considers the well-being of all individuals. As the founding director of Seeds Of Hope Kenya, Ruth Manoti brings her extensive experience, expertise, and deep-rooted passion to lead the organization. With her visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to advancing gender equality, human rights, and sustainable development, she is at the forefront of fostering positive change within grassroots communities.
Our Partners
Success Stories
Women who have Benefited from us
Teenage and Adolescent Girls who have benefited from us
Women living with disability who have benefited from us
Portfolio
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Leadership
No one gives the formula of leadership. Consultations and team work are sure ways to this. Women need to actively engage in political processes.In collaboration with other well able institutions, we commit to supporting women into leadership. We are engaging in dialogue and capacity building for women with such ambitions.
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Help protect the most vulnerable women and girls at the grassroots in Kenya.
In a country where more capacity building and support in all forms needs to be given to girls and women, you need to be part of this noble cause.
...for the 'pad a girl' initiative, that ensures a girl in a village has access to sanitary towels,
...for the legal aid,and legal aid clinics that support women and girls who have undergone Gender Based Violence,
...for input to economic empowerment for women,
..for supporting and capacity building women to actively participate in leadership and decisions making processes.
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