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In Turkana West , home to the Kakuma & Kalobeyei refugee camps ,TUPADO’s Pathways to Prosperity (P2P) Project is transforming lives through Dressmaking & Fashion Design training for 60 young women under its TVET programme.
TUPADO, through the IMARA program, convened an EWER strengthening forum in Aroo Sub-county, bringing together participants from West Pokot and Turkana Counties.
TILRP review workshop was held 16 May 2025 at Cradle Hotel by @TUPADO_ and @CBM_Global_KE . Stakeholders, incl. gov’t,@TurkanaCountyKE@KNCCITurkana@MOH_Kenya , reflected on successes: VSLAs, basketry, climate-smart agriculture, & assistive devices boosted resilience for PWDs.
TILRP review highlighted medical outreaches, disability certifications, & livelihood support like poultry & cash transfers. Training for OPDs, BMUs, & farmers enhanced sustainability. Strong collaboration with TUPADO, CBM Global, & county gov’t drove impact. #Resilience
TILRP program’s success offers a model for scaling. Insights from the review will guide future funding by donors. Inclusive approach & community ownership set a strong foundation for deeper impact. #TurkanaResilience#CBMGlobal#TUPADO
Beneficiaries expressed deep gratitude to TUPADO & CBM Global, highlighting the positive impact on their mobility & dignity. This initiative reinforces the importance of inclusion and accessibility for all.
@TUPADO_ & @RESCUEorg jointly conducted activities on public health, nutrition, livelihoods and sensitization of pastoralists on best livestock husbandry practices during the outreach clinics in Loima Sub-County (Namoru-akwaak, Natirae & Kanyangapus) under BHA phase 2.
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Thereafter , I addressed the staff and students of St Kevin’s Secondary School, Lodwar where we planted 74 trees within the school compound, to commemorate the dissemination of MTP IV (2023-27) in Turkana. I was accompanied by Deputy Governor, Dr John Erus, the County Commissioner Julius Kavita and senior officials from the National and County Governments.
@TUPADO_ Hr @Favouredros attended a 5 day reflection meeting organized by @Welthungerhilfe and @PacidaKenya in Nanyuki. The main objective was to look at the KEN 1202 project implementation. Partners shared challenges, acknowledged achievements and lessons learnt.
@CBMKenya team was represent by Humanitarian Coordinator in Kenya Mr. Anthony Ngare and Global Cash & Livelihoods Advisor Dr. Manuel Rothe.
@TUPADO_ team included HOP @davidkangole@EchomSimon1@kenxoty and other staff members.
Today @TUPADO_ and @CBMKenya organized Ultra-Poor Livelihood Graduation Workshop with aims
1. To capacity built OPDs and TUPADO Staff on the UPG approach
2. To in cooperate best livelihood practices in the current project implemented by TUPADO and CBM Global to inform its success
@EchomSimon1@DanielAnyik@paleenlotieng@AkolongQ@davidkangole@PhilemonNgasike This initiative underscores the power of collaboration in addressing critical issues like water, sanitation, and food security. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, we amplify voices and drive tangible change in Turkana County's communities.
Today in Lodwar, through the CHUKUA CONTROL Project, @TUPADO_ hosted an essential event on Supporting multi-stakeholders coordination platforms. With support from PACIDA and WHH, 20 civil society organizations gathered to bolster their impact in WASH and SFNS sectors.