Being a Woman Should Not Be a Death Sentence
Episode description
Note: This episode contains mention of sexual assault and gender-based violence.
In a powerful episode following the anti-femicide protests across Kenya on January 27th, 2024, Lilly converses with Maria Maina, a lawyer and writer who created the blog and social media platform, Social Justice Insights Kenya, which focuses on human rights and gender equality, and Audrey Mogeni, co-founder of Femicide Count - Kenya (FC-Kenya). In this discussion, Lilly, Audrey, and Maria tackle the pressing femicide crisis in Kenya, the gaps in the legal framework around it, and the governmental and societal responses to it. They delve into the challenges of accessing safety and support, and the effectiveness of recent public marches and awareness campaigns. The conversation critically evaluates current strategies against femicide and explores hope for future progress in ensuring justice and safety for women and girls across Kenya.
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Resources:
- Usikimye Emergency Hotline (Kenya): +254 800 000 999
- Healthcare Assistance Kenya Helpline: 1195
- The Gender Violence Recovery Centre (GVRC) Emergency Line: 0709 667 000 or 0719 638 006
- Kimbilio GBV Helpline: 1193
- Childline Helpline: 116
- Police Helpline: 999/112
- LVCT Specialized Youth Support: 1190
- FIDA Hotline: 0800 720 501
- Law Society of Kenya Free Legal Services
Articles and Statistics Referenced in this Episode:
- What to do if you have been sexually assaulted
- Usikimye's free services for women in Kenya
- 43% Of Women In Kenya Believe That A Husband Is Justified In Beating His Wife (2023)
- The UN on Femicide
- Femicide Rates by Country
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Music Credits: Selam & Hello Jingle by Silas Piper
Production by: Sahihi Africa Productions