Indigenous Women and Girls Initiative

The Indigenous Women and Girls Initiative (IWGI) is a community-based organisation working to empower Indigenous pastoralists in Baringo County, Kenya.

The organisation aims to transform the livelihoods of indigenous peoples in Baringo and beyond through agroecology and permaculture, enhancing community resilience to climate change. By fostering sustainable practices and advocating for gender equality, it aims to create a world where indigenous women and girls can thrive with dignity and respect.

Its key activities include:

  • Agroecological training: equipping community members with the knowledge and skills to adopt more sustainable farming methods.
  • Community gardens: promoting food production, nutrition, and biodiversity conservation.
  • Women’s empowerment: including leadership training, vocational skills development, and access to financial services.
  • Climate change adaptation: supporting communities in developing climate change adaptation strategies, such as drought-resistant crop varieties and rainwater harvesting techniques.
  • Policy advocacy: advocating for policies that support Indigenous rights, gender equality, and sustainable development.

IWGI has so far trained over 87 farmer leaders and their communities in agroecological practices. It has also established 30 community gardens and three agroforestry centres.

  • Community, Ecosystems, Food
  • 2025
  • Indigenous Knowledge and Wisdom Award
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