maureen chechi

A dedicated Arsenal and Ingwe Fun/working. Women and girls empowerment enthusiast /Great Passion for the youth/am here all thanks to God

[IFRC @ifrc]

“Trust has become our greatest ally. Working with communities is essential to stop the transmission of Ebola.”

Speaking to @BBCWorld, @IFRC’s Catherine Kamatu highlights the Red Cross response on the ground in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as Ebola cases continue to surge.

The @IFRC has launched an emergency appeal to support @croix_rouge_rdc in providing life-saving assistance.

[IFRC-DREF @IFRC_DREF]

Sierra Leone is responding to a measles outbreak affecting eight districts, with children under five among those most at risk.
Through @IFRC_DREF, Red Cross teams will support the response over the next four months, helping strengthen community surveillance, promote vaccination, share trusted health information, and support early detection and referral of suspected cases.
The operation will directly support 20,703 people, with a focus on underserved communities where immunization coverage is low.
@IFRCAfrica
#DREFinAction

[AFP News Agency @AFP]

On the front line.

Workers from the Uganda Red Cross Society don protective suits as they prepare to evacuate the body of a suspected Ebola victim in Kampala.

The World Health Organisation has classified the outbreak in the DRC and Uganda as a public health emergency of international concern

📸 Katumba Badru

[IFRC-DREF @IFRC_DREF]

In May, fires and windstorms in Sierra Leone destroyed homes, belongings, small businesses and community facilities, leaving thousands of people in urgent need of support.
Through @IFRC_DREF, 1,270 households (around 8,372 people) in Kono, Falaba, Freetown and Karene will receive cash assistance to repair or rebuild damaged homes and meet essential needs such as food, hygiene items, transport and household supplies.
@IFRCAfrica
#DREFinAction

[IFRC @ifrc]

The @IFRC continues to ramp up Ebola response efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and neighbouring countries alongside Red Cross teams and health authorities.

The IFRC has launched an emergency appeal. Urgent funding is needed to expand surveillance, deploy additional burial teams, deliver protective equipment and scale up frontline response efforts in affected communities and high-risk border areas. 👉https://t.co/1o2eLhtN5w

[Jagan Chapagain @jagan_chapagain]

In Uganda, where imported Ebola cases have already been confirmed, the @IFRC is supporting a full public health response. Red Cross teams are working closely with the Ministry of Health and partners to ensure communities in high-risk areas receive timely support, accurate information, and lifesaving humanitarian assistance.

[Charles Businge @CharlesBusinge1]

The IFRC has classified the current Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC as a Red-Level emergency following the spread of the rare Bundibugyo strain, for which there is currently no licensed vaccine. Urgent action is needed to contain further spread.

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

As we continue celebrating women, we highlight the incredible women of the @IFRCAfrica Regional Office, whose dedication and leadership are at the heart of our humanitarian work❤️.

Their commitment continues to inspire us every day.
#ForAllWomenAndGirls #IWD2026

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

“Being a woman leader in the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement means leading with empathy, purpose and a commitment to ensuring that the voices of women, girls and those most at risk are heard and reflected in humanitarian action.”

Our Senior Officer for Protection, Gender and Inclusion, Maureen Wangechi, highlights that empowering women and girls is essential for building resilient communities.

As we continue celebrating women, we reaffirm our commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of women everywhere.

#IWD2026 #ForAllWomenAndGirls

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

This year marks 10 years since the Movement’s International Conference Resolution on Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV).

This anniversary is a moment to reflect on our commitments.

Our colleague, Maureen Wangechi, Senior Officer, Protection, Gender and Inclusion, shares what we are doing regarding prevention, response, and mitigation of SGBV.

#16Days #16DaysofActivism #NoExcuse

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

Addressing Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) is everyone’s responsibility. Anyone could experience sexual and gender-based violence in their lifetime.

Safety and dignity sit at the heart of preventing it.

Watch 👇🏾 how we, and the Red Cross Red Crescent national societies, have the responsibility to ensure that our interventions do not create further harm or exacerbate SGBV-related risks.

#16Days #16DaysofActivism #NoExcuse

https://t.co/QZpa7sMIHy

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

Investing in local orgs, women’s rights orgs and women volunteers on the frontline remains essential in preventing and responding to gender-based violence.

The IFRC supports women leaders to strengthen protection, dignity and equality in all communities.

#16Days #16DaysofActivism #NoExcuse

[IFRC-DREF @IFRC_DREF]

Kenya is facing overlapping crises of drought, floods and disease, with 1.8 million people already severely food insecure and numbers projected to rise. Through the Complex Emergency Appeal and a DREF allocation, IFRC and @KenyaRedCross are providing urgent food, health, WASH and protection support to 150,000 people in the hardest affected areas.
🔗https://t.co/vOeLyMZsRz
@IFRCAfrica #DREFinAction

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

Today, we join the world in marking #16DaysOfActivism.

1 in 3 women will experience physical or sexual violence in her lifetime — a statistic that becomes even more alarming in the context of conflict, displacement, humanitarian crises and climate shocks.

Across the IFRC network, protection from sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) is a core part of our response in every crisis.

We work to ensure that women, girls and all at-risk groups are safe, supported and heard.

#16Days, #NoExcuse.

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

Climate change and disasters are intensifying risks, yet many countries’ disaster and climate-related legal frameworks do not yet integrate Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) protection.

In Sudan, @SRCS_SD provides psychosocial support, safe spaces for women and children, and promotes safe referral pathways for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence, including for legal aid services.

We’re calling for renewed attention to these gaps and concrete action to address them.

#16Days #NoExcuse #I6DaysofActivism

[Abdulkadir “Afi” @AbdulkadirAfi]

Major milestone: Somali Red Crescent Safeguarding Taskforce meeting concludes successfully with approved Terms of Reference & draft multi-year action plan ready for leadership review.

SRCS Vice President, Ahmed Jama Abdulle, closed the pivotal session focused on strengthening safeguarding measures.

Special thanks to our partners for their invaluable support:
@BritishRedCross
@ICRC
@IFRCAfrica
@PunainenRisti
#RedCross #Humanitarian

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

It's #InternationalWomensDay! ❤️

Today, we celebrate the incredible women at the heart of our humanitarian efforts. From volunteers to staff, their dedication and resilience inspire us every day.

#ForAllWomenAndGirls, #IWD2025.

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

Ahead of #IWD2025 on 8 March, @IFRCAfrica held a session today to reflect on how to foster an inclusive workplace where all employees—regardless of background, gender, race, identity, or abilities—feel valued, respected and empowered. #ForAllWomenAndGirls.

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

Together, we stand for change!

As #16DaysOfActivism concludes, @IFRC staff reaffirms our unwavering commitment to ending gender-based violence.

Let's keep amplifying voices, empowering communities, and building a safer, more inclusive future for all.
#EndGBV #16Days.

[IFRC Africa @IFRCAfrica]

Data shows that #GenderBasedViolence risks increase during disasters, but rapid interventions can change that.

"As responders, we are able to recognize signs of #GBV and know how to provide appropriate support." @IFRC Delegate, Disaster Management, @mutindadaniel4. #16Days.