Ms. Okendo_Ke

PR Practitioner. I advocate For Community centred approaches towards gender Equality and Inclusion. I work to redefine the concepts of Gender and Development.

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

I'm still shouting about this. Let's protect our men, children and women by reporting any kind of witnessed domestic violence. Usinyamaze! It's your business too!

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

If you're from the Lakeside , please check on your Dad.
This one hit hard😥
#RailaOdinga
#Baba

[𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚 @premierbank_ke]

Ramadan is about giving back!

The Premier Bank Iftar Dinner is a perfect blend of faith & finance.

From trade financing to Halal banking solutions, it’s great to see businesses supporting our community.
#PremierBank
#Iftar
#RamadanKisumu
#BarakaBazaar

[Naomi Anyango @NaomiAnyango6]

Form ni kujiemploy na content creation.
#GANJISHACONTENTPROGRAM
#DOTYOUTHHANGOUT
@DOTKenya
@ADMIafrica
@epaulotieno
@AtienoDambe
@wesleyochieng6
@israelhorace1
@Odoyo19Odoyo

[TINADA Youth Action Africa (TYAAfriq) @TinadaOrg]

Asanteni!

Join us for the X Space on Wednesday, 10th July 2024, at 8:00 pm to continue with the discussion.

#MentalHealthAwareness

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @KCDF @KisumuOf @HEDSOorg @Gredaorg @WOVOP_org @IDL_Labs @YouthAliveKenya @NAYAKenya @Ciheb_Kenya @come_initiative @kefeado @Homeless_Kisumu Talking about Community Health Promoters, these individuals play a crucial role in mobilization and advocacy, added to this is the trust that the community has in them. Equipping them with skills in psychotherapy and basic counselling would be a milestone.

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @KCDF @KisumuOf @HEDSOorg @Gredaorg @WOVOP_org @IDL_Labs @YouthAliveKenya @NAYAKenya @Ciheb_Kenya @come_initiative @kefeado @Homeless_Kisumu This will also encourage open conversations on mental health, reduce stigma related to mental issues and encourage individuals to openly seek help

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @KCDF @KisumuOf @HEDSOorg @Gredaorg @WOVOP_org @IDL_Labs @YouthAliveKenya @NAYAKenya @Ciheb_Kenya @come_initiative @kefeado @Homeless_Kisumu Organising chief Barazas and using opinion leaders to mobilize community members can work. Plus continuous and consistent advocacy efforts would be a great tool to eradicate cultural myths. Changing the mindset of individuals required consistent efforts.

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @KCDF @KisumuOf @HEDSOorg @Gredaorg @WOVOP_org @IDL_Labs @YouthAliveKenya @NAYAKenya @Ciheb_Kenya @come_initiative @kefeado @Homeless_Kisumu Integrating metal health education in schools could also be a strategy that is most likely to influence behaviour change in children from a young age. This should be done by customizing curriculums in simple and easily understood language that children can easily relate to.

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @KCDF @KisumuOf @Homeless_Kisumu @HEDSOorg @Gredaorg @IDL_Labs @YouthAliveKenya @Ciheb_Kenya @NAYAKenya @come_initiative @WOVOP_org @RuweraCBO Sensitised community members would be crucial in being a mental health advocate. Including key community opinion leaders and stakeholders like elders, Community Health Promoters would be a great step in penetrating the community due to their rapport with the community.

[TINADA Youth Action Africa (TYAAfriq) @TinadaOrg]

"The Status of Mental Health in Kisumu County."
@KCDF @kefeado @KisumuOf

Question 2:

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @KCDF @kefeado @KisumuOf @Homeless_Kisumu @HEDSOorg @WOVOP_org @Kmet_Kenya @IDL_Labs @Ciheb_Kenya @come_initiative @YouthAliveKenya @NAYAKenya @KenyaYwca I think we should also practically integrate mental health services with other health and social services. Personally the last time I received counselling from a professional counsellor was when I went for an HIV test 😂. Medical services should have a holistic approach

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @KCDF @kefeado @KisumuOf @Homeless_Kisumu @HEDSOorg @WOVOP_org @Kmet_Kenya @IDL_Labs @Ciheb_Kenya @come_initiative @YouthAliveKenya @NAYAKenya @KenyaYwca Increasing access to AFFORDABLE services especially in public hospitals and facilities is also crucial.

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @KCDF @kefeado @KisumuOf @Homeless_Kisumu @HEDSOorg @WOVOP_org @Kmet_Kenya @IDL_Labs @Ciheb_Kenya @come_initiative @YouthAliveKenya @NAYAKenya @KenyaYwca Yes, and I think the implementation of the mental health action plan is a collective responsibility for all stakeholders and organisations directly working with communities within the county. Community awareness is crucial in eliminating myths and cultural misconceptions.

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

@TinadaOrg @HEDSOorg @Homeless_Kisumu @IDL_Labs @WOVOP_org @Gredaorg @NAYAKenya @YouthAliveKenya @kefeado @KisumuOf @come_initiative The aspect of men's mental health should be as prioritised. Addressing gender balance in matters of mental health is crucial.
#MentalHealthMatters
#GenderandMentalHealth

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

#RejectTheFillanceBill2024
Watu si wajinga Bana

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

Ndo kudonjo. This one is for thinking we're foolish like they are.
#OccupyStateHouseNairobi
#rejectWILLIAMRUTO
#RejecfFinanceBill2024

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

Tree planting at the Kisumu Museum courtesy of @alescekenya
#Treeclub

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

We're not about to back down
In a country where #PeriodPoverty is still a menace, we won't sit back and watch as an incompetent regime elevates taxes on Dignity Kits! Kisumu is joining the rest of the country to #RejectTheFinanceBill
#occupyBungeKE
#SasaTusinyeshe

[Ms. Okendo_Ke @Ms_Okendo]

#NewProfilePic

[HOK @HOK_AFRICA]

An organisation's strength is determined by its #team cohesion, understanding and working relationship.

As part of organisational strengthening, we held a wellness session where we prioritized creating a supportive atmosphere where each team member feels valued and supported.