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About Us

Who we are

We are a team of change-makers who believe that every helping hand can help empower our girls and women so as to help create a better future for them.

Safe Space Women and Girls Initiative is a locally led and community-anchored NGO, legally registered since 2013, dedicated to addressing the pressing Education, Health and Socio-Economic challenges facing women and girls in Kenya. Grounded in community participation and ownership, we ensure that our interventions are not only relevant but also sustainable. With a strong track record of adaptability and innovation, we have earned recognition as an effective and efficient organization at the forefront of alleviating human suffering. Our locally rooted approach fosters trust, empowers communities, and drives meaningful change, making us a trusted partner in advancing health, gender equality and social transformation.

Our approach

Our Vision

A resilient and empowered society where women and girls in Kenya thrive socially and economically, free from poverty, adversity, and actively shape their future through community-driven solutions.

Our teams are working hard to towards a future where every woman and girl in Kenya thrives—socially and economically—free from poverty and adversity. Our goal is to build a resilient society where women and girls have the power, resources, and support to shape their future through community-driven solutions.

Our Mission

To empower women and girls in Kenya by fostering social and economic development through community-driven solutions, local leadership, and innovative approaches that enhance resilience, dignity, and sustainable growth.

We empower women and girls in our regions of focus by fostering resilience, dignity, and sustainable growth through community-driven solutions. Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals—No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Gender Equality (SDG 5), and Decent Work & Economic Growth (SDG 8)—we equip them with the tools to break barriers, uplift their communities, and build a brighter future.

Our Core Values

  • Respect to human dignity
  • Solidarity and giving hope to those we serve
  • Moral and ethical integrity
  • Impartiality and equity
  • Transparency and accountability to stakeholders

Our Focus Areas

  • Food for life
  • Water for life
  • Support for women in micro-entrepreneurship
  • Health for life
  • Education for life

Why partner with us

Partnering with us means investing in sustainable, community-driven change that transforms the lives of women and girls in Kenya. Our programs align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and address critical challenges such as poverty, hunger, and gender inequality. With a proven track record of impact, deep community trust, and innovative solutions, we create real, lasting change where it’s needed most. By joining us, you become part of a movement that empowers communities, fosters resilience, and builds a brighter, more equitable future. Let’s create impact—together.