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- [A Reflection on The Girls First Summit](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/a-reflection-on-the-girls-first-summit/) - On 5th June 2026, I had the opportunity to attend the Girls First Summit held at Iconic Plaza in Nairobi. I attended the summit as a representative of my school, Korogocho Glory Primary School and a member of the Children Led Community Peace Labs (CLCP Labs) by Re-Imagining New Communities which works learners from our school
- [Child Labour in Kenya: Why Peacebuilding Demands Protection for Every Child](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/child-labour-in-kenya-why-peacebuilding-demands-protection-for-every-child/) - Child labour in Kenya affects an estimated 1.3 million children aged 5 to 17, robbing them of education, safety, and the simple right to be a child.
- [Kenya’s School Unrest is Not Just Indiscipline, It is A Warning We Must Finally Listen To](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/kenyas-school-unrest-is-not-just-indiscipline-it-is-a-warning-we-must-finally-listen-to/) - Since the opening of schools for the second term in 2026, Kenya is once again facing a painful wave of school unrest. As of today, several secondary schools have experienced strikes, walkouts, fires, closures, fear and disruption
- [International Day of Human Fraternity: Choosing Dialogue Over Division](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/international-day-of-human-fraternity-choosing-dialogue-over-division/) - Every year on 4th February, the world marks the International Day of Human Fraternity. It is a reminder that, despite our many differences, we all belong to one human family
- [From a Bully to a Peacemaker: How a Children-Led Peacebuilding Program Transformed a Primary School in Kenya](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/from-a-bully-to-a-peacemaker-how-a-children-led-peacebuilding-program-transformed-a-primary-school-in-kenya/) - In many primary schools across Kenya, bullying and unresolved conflict quietly undermine learning, safety, and relationships. Disciplinary measures alone often fail to address the deeper emotional and social roots of aggressive behavior, leaving schools searching for more effective, lasting solutions
- [International Day of Education 2026: Education and Community Transformation in Kenya](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/international-day-of-education-2026-education-and-community-transformation-in-kenya/) - Every year on January 24, the world marks the International Day of Education, also informally known as World Education Day, to recognize the central role of education in promoting peace, sustainable development, and human dignity
- [International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities-2025/) - The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), proclaimed by the United Nations in 1992, has been observed annually on December 3rd to promote the rights, dignity, and well-being of persons with disabilities
- [WSS2 Closing Statement Interfaith/ Multifaith Featured Session](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/wss2-closing-statement-interfaith-multifaith-featured-session/) - Good afternoon. My name is Ivy Koek, and I’m speaking on behalf of the ImPACT Coalition for Faith Actors and our partners. Commitment 4 of the Copenhagen Declaration calls on us to “promote social integration by fostering societies that are stable, safe, and just.” Societies grounded in human rights, tolerance, respect for diversity, equality, and
- [Planting Peace: Trees as Bridges of Harmony on Mazingira Day](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/planting-peace-trees-as-bridges-of-harmony-on-mazingira-day/) - As Kenya marks Mazingira Day, the nation reflects not only on environmental stewardship but also on the deeper symbolism of trees as instruments of peacebuilding
- [How Empowering Children As Peacebuilding And Social Justice Agents Can Transform The World](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/how-empowering-children-as-peacebuilding-and-social-justice-agents-can-transform-the-world/) - An article by World Vision quotes “We build peace with and for children by weaving resilience through their communities. Peacebuilding contributes to good..
- [The Participation and Leadership of Children in Climate Activism and Advocacy: A Catalyst for Change Ahead of the Africa Climate Summit](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-participation-and-leadership-of-children-in-climate-activism-and-advocacy-a-catalyst-for-change-ahead-of-the-africa-climate-summit/) - Climate change is an issue that transcends generations and borders, affecting people of all ages and walks of life. However, it is the children of today
- [The Displacement and Migration of Children due to Climate Change and Environmental Degradation](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-displacement-and-migration-of-children-due-to-climate-change-and-environmental-degradation/) - Climate change and environmental degradation are no longer distant threats but pressing realities that are reshaping the world we live in
- [A Silent Epidemic: Alarming Suicide Rates Among African Adolescents](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/a-silent-epidemic-alarming-suicide-rates-among-african-adolescents/) - Suicide is a burgeoning crisis affecting individuals across diverse age groups and cultural backgrounds worldwide.
- [Building Bridges of Understanding: Religious Literacy and Tolerance](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/building-bridges-of-understanding-religious-literacy-and-tolerance/) - Religious literacy and tolerance play an integral role in fostering peaceful coexistence and resolving conflicts in diverse societies
- [The Power of Grassroot Approach to Peacebuilding](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-power-of-grassroot-approach-to-peacebuilding/) - In regions marred by violence, the pursuit of peace becomes an arduous task. However, there are individuals and communities who, despite being exposed to environments of violence, have successfully implemented peacebuilding techniques
- [Power Of Storytelling: A Conversation With Wangari The Storyteller](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/power-of-storytelling-a-conversation-with-wangari-the-storyteller/) - In our recent interview with Grace Wangari, also known as Wangari the Storyteller, a renowned children's storyteller and a member of the RNC Advisory Board, she shared her insights on the power of storytelling in peacebuilding and how it can shape harmonious mindsets.
- [Importance Of Peacebuilders and Peace Ambassadors](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/importance-of-peacebuilders-and-peace-ambassadors/) - Peacebuilding is a crucial step towards achieving sustainable peace in communities worldwide. It involves building and maintaining relationships between individuals, groups, and nations, promoting harmony, and preventing conflicts from escalating into violence.
- [Building Bridges Through Knowledge: Celebrating International Day of Education With Children-Led Community Peace Labs](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/building-bridges-through-knowledge-celebrating-international-day-of-education-with-children-led-community-peace-labs/) - Today, the world marks the International Day of Education, a day to celebrate the transformative power of learning and its role in building a better future for all
- [Exploring the Connection Between Mental Health and Violent Behavior](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/exploring-the-connection-between-mental-health-and-violent-behavior/) - Delve into the intricate interplay of factors that contribute to the link between mental health conditions and violent tendencies, offering insights for a comprehensive understanding
- [Women Empowerment In The Community: Evolution, Challenges, and a 10-Year Vision](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/women-empowerment-in-the-community-evolution-challenges-and-a-10-year-vision/) - Women empowerment has become a significant topic in the past few decades, with individuals and communities recognizing the need to empower women and allow them equal opportunities
- [Why Policies Around Children-Led Leadership Are Important](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/why-policies-around-children-led-leadership-are-important/) - Policies play a crucial role in shaping the environment in which children grow and develop. It is a phenomenon that has gained increasing recognition and importance in recent years
- [Climate Talk: Key Practices By Stakeholders in Various Parts of Kenya To Enhance Agriculture](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/climate-talk-key-practices-by-stakeholders-in-various-parts-of-kenya-to-enhance-agriculture/) - Agriculture plays a vital role in the social and economic development of Kenya and has been one of the country's main sources of livelihood for centuries.
- [School Safety Measures in Line With Peacebuilding](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/school-safety-measures-in-line-with-peacebuilding/) - In today’s world, school safety has become a significant concern. The importance of ensuring a safe learning environment for students cannot be overstated, and schools are constantly seeking ways to improve their safety measures
- [Contextualized Analysis of Educational Challenges in Isiolo County](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/contextualized-analysis-of-educational-challenges-in-isiolo-county/) - Natural disasters have a profound impact on the education of children, particularly in rural and nomadic communities
- [Urban Youth and Conflict Resolution: How to Mediate Peace in Tough Neighborhoods](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/urban-youth-and-conflict-resolution-how-to-mediate-peace-in-tough-neighborhoods/) - In the heart of urban neighborhoods, where cultures merge and communities grow, conflict is an inevitable part of life. The causes are as varied as the neighborhoods themselves
- [Cultivating A Sense Of Responsibility: The Case of Baran Qarim](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/cultivating-a-sense-of-responsibility-the-case-of-baran-qarim/) - A week ago, Re-Imagining New Communities paid a visit to Baran Qarim, an alumnus of the Children Led Community Peace (CLCP-Labs) program and a beneficiary of the Re-Imagining New Communities sponsorship initiative
- [Religious Diversity: Barrier Or Bridge For Youth Collaboration?](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/religious-diversity-barrier-or-bridge-for-youth-collaboration/) - Religion has long stood as one of the foundational pillars of human civilization, providing a guiding framework through which individuals navigate life's challenges and uncertainties
- [Navigating Religious Diversity in Kenya: Understanding Faith, Culture, and Coexistence](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/navigating-religious-diversity-in-kenya-understanding-faith-culture-and-coexistence/) - Religious diversity in Kenya took center stage as 20 interfaith leaders gathered in Oloosuyian, Kajiado for a reflective dialogue on unity and peaceful coexistence
- [G20 Interfaith Forum Highlight](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/g20-interfaith-forum-highlight/) - Honoured Ministers, respected religious and political leaders, distinguished professors, honoured guests, and fellow changemakers; Good morning. Assalamu alaikum. Shalom. Namaste. Peace be with you all. My name is Michael-Daniel Bam. It’s an honour to be here today, not only as the Junior Mayor of Cape Town, but as someone representing South Africa’s youth. We meet here
- [The Importance of Teaching The Art of Peacebuilding To Children](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-importance-of-teaching-the-art-of-peace-building-to-children/) - Each year, 500 million to 1.5 billion children around the world are subjected to some form of violence. More than one billion children were living in areas affected by conflict and violence (UNICEF).Peacebuilding from the early stages of life is a long-term solution to instability and community conflicts
- [The Impact of Poverty and Hunger on African Children's Education](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-impact-of-poverty-and-hunger-on-african-childrens-education/) - In Africa, poverty and hunger remain significant challenges, affecting millions of children. These hinder their access to education and basic healthcare. The interaction between poverty, hunger, education, and health creates a vicious cycle that impedes the continent's progress and development. Malnutrition is a dire consequence of poverty and hunger in Africa, leading to severe health
- [Father's Day Reflection: Promoting Gender Equality and Shared Responsibility](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/fathers-day-reflection-promoting-gender-equality-and-shared-responsibility/) - Father’s Day was first marked in 1908. Over the years, it has transformed from just a religious holiday to being “commercialized by sending gifts and flowers.
- [Unveiling The Hidden Trauma of Domestic Violence On Children](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/unveiling-the-hidden-trauma-of-domestic-violence-on-children/) - Domestic violence is a widespread problem that has an enormous global impact. Children very frequently find themselves unintentionally trapped in the middle
- [Day Of The African Child: Technology And Education, A Look Into The Future](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/day-of-the-african-child-technology-and-education-a-look-into-the-future/) - On the occasion of the Day of the African Child, amidst a world rapidly transformed by technological advancements, we delve into the immense potential that the future of education holds for shaping the lives of African children.
- [The Effects of Climate Change on Resource Conflict](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-effects-of-climate-change-on-resource-conflict/) - Kenya’s economy is largely dependent on rainfed agriculture which is vulnerable to extreme weather and climate change
- [International Day Of Peacekeepers 2023: Peace Begins With Me](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/international-day-of-peacekeepers-2023-peace-begins-with-me/) - In Africa, inter-ethnic, regional, and border clashes are the key drivers of conflicts, additionally, the spread of political propaganda and misinformed ideologies are factors that also contribute to acts of violence
- [Mental Health in Kenya: Addressing the Crisis and Building a Thriving Nation Together](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/mental-health-in-kenya-addressing-the-crisis-and-building-a-thriving-nation-together/) - Mental Health in Kenya is a critical issue that affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. According to a report by the World Health Organization....
- [Promoting Unity and Harmony: Celebrating the International Day of Living Together in Peace](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/promoting-unity-and-harmony-celebrating-the-international-day-of-living-together-in-peace/) - Each year since 16th May 2018, the International Day of Living Together in Peace has been celebrated, the objective of celebrating this day is “to uphold the desire to live and act together, united in differences and diversity, in order to build a sustainable world of peace, solidarity and harmony
- [Bodaboda Riders and Teenage Pregnancies in Kenya: Understanding the Root Causes](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/bodaboda-riders-and-teenage-pregnancies-in-kenya-understanding-the-root-causes/) - According to the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) conducted in 2014, approximately 18% of young women between the ages of 15-19 in Kenya had already begun childbearing
- [Why We Engage Primary School Teachers In Peacebuilding Work](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/why-we-engage-primary-school-teachers-in-peacebuilding-work/) - Re-Imagining New Communities is founded on the idea of bringing together different communities, enabling connections and sustainable collaborations through peacebuilding, cultural exchange and conversations
- [Should Children Be Involved In Political Demonstrations?](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/should-children-be-involved-in-political-demonstrations/) - Recently the opposition leaders in Kenya announced nationwide weekly demonstrations against the rising cost of living and electoral injustice
- [World Water Day 2023: Invest More In Groundwater](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/world-water-day-2023-invest-more-in-groundwater/) - Access to clean water is a human right that everyone should enjoy. Kenya’s Water Act, 2016 (No. 43 of 2016) states that every person in Kenya has the right to clean and safe water
- [Children in Conflict Areas Need Support](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/children-in-conflict-areas-need-support/) - Kenya, like many other countries in Africa experience various forms of conflicts, mostly political violence and inter-ethnic clashes
- [What is FGM? Sharing All You Need To Know](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/what-is-fgm-sharing-all-you-need-to-know/) - Female genital mutilation (FGM) comprises all procedures involving partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.
- [International Education Day 2023](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/international-education-day-2023/) - Today, the 24th January 2023 the world is marking the 5th International Education Day. This year’s theme is “to invest in people, prioritize education”
- [The Role of African Youth in Shaping African Politics: A Look at the Present and the Future](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-role-of-african-youth-in-shaping-african-politics-a-look-at-the-present-and-the-future/) - The youth, defined as people between 15 and 29 years of age, are a special group of the population. Their numbers are rising and they are expected to make up almost 40 percent of the world's workers by 2020
- [COP27 In Africa: What Is The Difference?](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/cop27-in-africa-what-is-the-difference/) - COP27 is the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC. COP27 took place at took place in the Egyptian coastal city of Sharm el- Sheikh
- [Climate Change And Hunger In Kenya 2022](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/climate-change-and-hunger-in-kenya-2022/) - Most part of the planet have continued to face the wrath of climate change with different countries reporting harsh weather conditions across the year
- [Securing Our Neighbourhoods from Noise Pollution](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/securing-our-neighbourhoods-from-noise-pollution/) - Noise pollution can be defined as unwanted or disturbing sound that affects the health and well being of a person. According to the World Health Organization exposure for more than 8 hours to constant noise beyond 85 dB may be hazardous.
- [Schooled or Educated?](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/schooled-or-educated/) - Education is the process through which knowledge is acquired. But why is knowledge acquired? What is the purpose of acquiring knowledge? Why should people be educated?
- [Kenya 2022 Elections: Are Kenyans Ready for a New President?](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/kenya-2022-elections-are-kenyans-ready-for-a-new-president/) - “Worry is like a rocking chair; it gives you something to do but it gets you nowhere.” Joyce Meyer. On Tuesday, Kenyans went out to vote in their next political leadership,
- [The Plight of Children During The Pandemic](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-plight-of-children-during-the-pandemic/) - The covid-19 pandemic has disrupted livelihood in almost every corner of the planet. What is more tragic is its effect on children development. Millions of children have had to stay at home for more than a year due school closures and health protocols and guidelines. It seems the pandemic is with us a bit longer
- [African Child Soldiers: The Children Fighting Adults’ Wars](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/african-child-soldiers-the-children-fighting-adults-wars/) - Every day, many African children find themselves at the frontline of different conflicts across the continent. These are child soldiers, African Child Soldiers. These African child soldiers are not only confined to the hundreds of militia and armed groups, but some of them are fighting in government forces and government-aligned militias. These boys and girls,
- [Connecting Piped Water Into Homes Could Save A Lot Of Man Hours For Makueni People](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/connecting-piped-water-into-homes-could-save-a-lot-of-man-hours-for-makueni-people/) - According to WHO and UNICEF, two billion people live in countries with high water stress. One of the most important recent milestones has been recognizing the human right to water and sanitation by the United Nations General Assembly in July 2010. The assembly recognized the right of every human to have access to enough water
- [What Happened?](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/what-happened/) - While we bask in the glory and splendor of the present, it is easy to forget about the awe and aesthetic beauty of the past. Let us flash back to the time before Africa and particularly Kenya was ‘civilised’. African lifestyle was original and their culture was original and uncorrupted. Until westernization happened. According to
- [Drug Abuse and Minors: A Looming National Crisis](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/drug-abuse-and-minors-a-looming-national-crisis/) - I walked into my village market center. At the entrance, I saw some boys and young men sitting around a green basin in a semi-circle. Inside the green basin are green leaves and twigs. Everyone is dipping their hands into the basin and drawing a leaf or a twig and chewing on it. They
- [Political Instability and Civil War in Africa in 2021](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/political-instability-and-civil-war-in-africa-in-2021/) - 2021 saw a mix of political instability and civil war in Africa; Ethiopian government forces and the rebel Tigray Defense Forces fighting in Tigray and Amhara
- [Is It Time To Re-Empower Men?](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/is-it-time-to-re-empower-men/) - The world just celebrated the International Women’s Day. As a country (Kenya) we are still grappling with one of the most terrifying sexual assault.
- [Taught To Hate Than Love: Time For A Reset](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/taught-to-hate-than-love-time-for-a-reset/) - I reminisce about memories growing up. We came from communities where sharing the little that one had was what brought us together.
- [Peace Building For Sustainable Development](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/peace-building-for-sustainable-development/) - Peace is a key factor to consider in achieving sustainable development. The poorest populations are on a high percentage from unstable and conflict stricken regions
- [Technology As A Tool To Achieve Sustainable Peace](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/technology-as-a-tool-to-achieve-sustainable-peace/) - Digital technologies are playing a significant role in peace building. The use of technology commonly referred to as “peacetech”, has over the recent years
- [The Peace God](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-peace-god/) - Whether practicing Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism or any other religion peace is an important trait recognized as a fulfillment of the expectations
- [Peace Is Love, But Is Love Peace?](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/peace-is-love-but-is-love-peace/) - To be young and in love in modern day is what young people call a flex but, is this really love or is it a wave of darkness that has blinded us to think that it’s love?
- [The Essence Of Climate Change Diplomacy And Negotiations](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-essence-of-climate-change-diplomacy-and-negotiations/) - Climate change has proved to be one of the greatest challenges in this century with temperature becoming warmer and frequency of extreme weather increasing.
- [Rural Vs Urban Life (Today)](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/rural-vs-urban-life-today/) - Barely under a decade ago, was urban life preferred to rural life! Especially when auntie and uncle “madooh” came visiting and told you stories of how beautiful and colorful the city is.
- [Letter To The Boy Child](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/letter-to-the-boy-child/) - Dear boy child, I’m sorry the society has made it extremely hard for you. We've made you feel forgotten, neglected and unwanted. We are sorry
- [The Nexus Of Illegal Drugs And Conflict](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-nexus-of-illegal-drugs-and-conflict/) - Production, sale and use, of illicit drugs have proved to be a factor accelerating violence and complicating peace building efforts. Illegal armed groups participation in the narcotics industry has very high stakes. This links the political factor to promoting illegal drugs production. Political leaders offer protection and support in exchange for various favors, escalating conflicts
- [The Tribal Red Flag](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-tribal-red-flag/) - Since colonial times to post-colonial and current times of evolving political cultures and social structures, tribalism has been adamantly prevalent in Kenya. This vice has adversely affected the development of the country leading to economic discrimination to unmerited employment opportunities. Under and overrepresentation of different tribes in the civil service is evident. Politics has heightened
- [Elections and Peace](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/elections-and-peace/) - It's almost that time of year again, when the air is thick with dust from large vehicles, when religious services are transformed into political rallies, and when funerals are compelled to become political rallies.
- [Peace: The Community Lifeline](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/peace-the-community-lifeline/) - They say the future is female, but I ask myself whether that is not a sexist's point of view. We live in times where the sex of the future is not the primary concern but whether the future is there. The most fundamental institution of our communities is heading south and could lose its essence
- [Mental Health and Peace](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/mental-health-and-peace/) - Are our thoughts worth so much more after we are no more? Reality threatens that 'yes' is the answer. We tend to acquire a new keenness and attention to detail when little or nothing we can do about a situation. It's the case with the mental health situation in our communities today; we notice all
- [Sammy The Anti-Jigger Police](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/sammy-the-anti-jigger-police/) - Five year old Sammy has jiggers. He writhes in pain as the community health worker (CHW) cleans his feet.
- [The Evolution Of Peace In The Kenyan Ghetto](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-evolution-of-peace-in-the-kenyan-ghetto/) - Crime and violence in the informal settlements of Kenya for so many years has become the norm.
- [Why Bottom –Up Approach In Peace Building](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/why-bottom-up-approach-in-peace-building/) - “Contrary to what most politicians and interveners preach, outside experts, national leaders and top – down approaches are not the only means to re – establishing peace. Bottom – up initiatives also make a difference and ordinary people have the capacity to address some of the deeper roots of their countries problems.” Severine autesserre The
- [Maintaining Peace In The Middle Of A Pandemic](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/maintaining-peace-in-the-middle-of-a-pandemic/) - The Covid – 19 crisis has not only crippled peace keeping activities but also the basic unit of peace which is personal sanity and peace of mind. The UN secretary general while addressing the Security Council stated that; “all of this means that our commitment to sustaining peace is more urgent than ever”. The links
- [Youth and Peace Building In Kenya Ahead Of The 2022 General Elections](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/youth-and-peace-building-in-kenya-ahead-of-the-2022-general-elections/) - Youths in Kenya have been considered valuable assets in every general election in Kenya due to their numbers and energy. Their involvement in politics have been consequential since independence, they have engaged in protests, violent extremism and inter- ethnic and group clashes as ways of expressing their contentions or obtaining favors. Youths as we are
- [The Culture of Peace](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/the-culture-of-peace/) - As defined by the United Nations, “culture of peace” is “a set of values, attitudes, modes of behavior and ways of life that reject violence and prevent conflicts by tackling their root causes to solve problems through dialogue and negotiation among individuals groups and nations.” The evidence of a culture of peace is mutuality in
- [Gender Mainstreaming In Peace Building](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/gender-mainstreaming-in-peace-building/) - Effective peace building should take into account issues of gender and especially consider structural inequalities and power dynamics which are the basis for
- [Children At The Center Of Gender Based Violence](https://www.rncommunities.org/blog/children-at-the-center-of-gender-based-violence/) - Children are exposed to various forms of violence as a result of a stereotypic society, toxic social -cultural beliefs and exaggerated disparity in gender roles, they include: female genital mutilation, child trafficking, early marriages, sexual, emotional and psychological violence. Advancement in technology and early exposure of children to the same has in recent years subjected

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- [Our Story](https://www.rncommunities.org/our-story/) - Our Story Growing up in the neighborhoods of Mathare North, a low-income community in eastern Nairobi, Sahlim Charles witnessed the ceaseless cycle of violence and instability. The wounds from Kenya’s 2007-2008 post-election violence ran deep in his community, with conflict persisting day and night. Seeing fellow children and community members subjected to brutalization in broad
- [Publications](https://www.rncommunities.org/publications/) - Day of The African Child: Planning and Budgeting for Children's Rights Since 2010 READ PUBLICATION HERE Participatory Action Research (PAR)For Advancing Youth-Led Peacebuilding in Kenya READ PUBLICATION HERE
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- [Faith For Peace](https://www.rncommunities.org/faith-for-peace/) - What's This Program About? Faith4Peace supports churches to develop skills and behaviors in areas of conflict transformation, mediation, inclusive leadership and the development of healthy internal structures and procedures. As churches sustain these changes internally, they influence change at the community level by building trust, bridging divisions (including religious divisions) and supporting community development ultimately
- [Children-Led Community Peace Labs](https://www.rncommunities.org/children-led-community-peace-labs/) - Children-Led Community Peace Labs ( CLCP Labs) In the pursuit of sustainable peace and prosperity, it is imperative to recognize the crucial role that children play in shaping the fabric of our communities. Children, both in school and those not attending, are often the most vulnerable to the destabilizing effects of chronic and violent conflicts
- [Re-Imagining New Communities is an official member of the Network for Religious & Traditional Peacemakers](https://www.rncommunities.org/news/re-imagining-new-communities-is-an-official-member-of-the-network-for-religious-traditional-peacemakers/) - As a member of the Peacemakers Network, Re-Imagining New Communities joins a global community dedicated to enhancing peaceful and inclusive societies.
- [Story Moja Read Aloud Campaign](https://www.rncommunities.org/campaigns/story-moja-read-aloud-campaign/) - Story Moja Read Aloud This is the largest gathering of Kenyan children reading aloud from the same text and at the same time in multiple locations. It is a 30-minute expressive and interesting reading exercise that runs from 8:30am-9.00am on the chosen day, in which children in different schools across the country read the same
- [Campaigns](https://www.rncommunities.org/campaigns/) - Our Campaigns Storymoja Read Aloud 2022 Read More About Campaign Here Anti-Jigger Campaign 2022 Read More About Campaign Here Faces Of Non-Violence Read More About Campaign Here Story Moja Read Aloud 2021 Read More About Campaign Here
- [Re-Imagining New Communities Joins the International Peace Bureau](https://www.rncommunities.org/news/re-imagining-new-communities-joins-the-international-peace-bureau/) - Re-Imagining New Communities Joins the International Peace Bureau Re-Imagining New Communities request to join the International Peacebuilding Bureau (IPB) Network was formally approved by IPB Board and Council on Tuesday, the 19th of March 2024. Re-Imagining New Communities joins diverse and global network of peace activists, labor unions, environmental organizations, social movements, educational groups, and
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- [Awards](https://www.rncommunities.org/awards/) - Transformation Award About The Award In acknowledging and celebrating the unwavering dedication and contributions of our valued beneficiaries within the Children-Led Community Peace Labs and Faith for Peace initiatives, we conceived the Transformation Award as a means to not only recognize their remarkable efforts but also to serve as a powerful source of motivation and
- [Re-Imagining New Communities Joins Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)](https://www.rncommunities.org/news/re-imagining-new-communities-joins-global-network-of-religions-for-children-gnrc/) - We are pleased to announce that Re-Imagining New Communities becomes a member of the Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
- [Re-Imagining New Communities Recognized for Innovative Children-Led Community Peace Labs](https://www.rncommunities.org/news/re-imagining-new-communities-recognized-for-innovative-children-led-community-peace-labs/) - Re-Imagining New Communities is truly humbled to receive recognition from one of its esteemed partners We One Action Network for its program, Children-Led Community Peace Labs
- [Participatory Action Research](https://www.rncommunities.org/participatory-action-research/) - Participatory Action Research (PAR) Re-Imagining New Communities places a strong emphasis on Participatory Action Research in its peacebuilding, mediation, and reconciliation endeavors. This approach is foundational to the organization’s methodology due to its profound impact on community empowerment and ownership. By actively involving local communities, churches and schools in the research process, PAR grants them
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- [Communicating for Communities](https://www.rncommunities.org/communicating-for-communities/) - Communicating For Communities Most grassroot organizations in Kenya and majority of countries in the global south are doing amazing work but they aren’t documenting and communicating on their impact. Due this, the organizations risk loss of data, disorganization in their work, poor decision-making processes, insecurity of their and lack of connection with the communities they serve as
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- [Storymoja Read Aloud 2022](https://www.rncommunities.org/campaigns/storymoja-read-aloud-2022/) - Story Moja Read Aloud 2022 On June 16, 2022 – a total of 147,496 children in 836 schools across 40 counties participated, backed by 2337 Reading Ambassadors. Yes, we managed to double our 2021 numbers. This would not have been possible without the immense support of organizations, reading ambassadors, schools, teachers and learners. For this,
- [Anti-Jigger Campaign 2022](https://www.rncommunities.org/campaigns/anti-jigger-campaign-2022/) - Anti-Jigger Campaign 2022 In April 2022, we joined our partner Inua Village to Global Foundation to conduct this year’s Anti-Jigger treatment and sensitization clinic in Vihiga County. This year’s campaign brought together different stakeholders including the county government of Vihiga, health practitioners and hundreds of community members. Over 70 infested residents were treated and given
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- [Why Children Need To Be Active Agents of Peace And Non-violence](https://www.rncommunities.org/campaigns/why-children-need-to-be-active-agents-of-peace-and-non-violence/) - Why Children Need To Be Active Agents of Peace And Non-violence CAMPAIGN -FACES OF NON-VIOLENCE On May 9, 2021, a week to celebrating the International Day of Living Together in Peace, news was awash that at least 60 people majority of them children were killed after a car bomb detonated outside their school in Afghanistan.
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