Technology should empower us, not become a tool for violence. TFGBV threatens our safety, privacy, and dignity online. Together, we can build digital spaces where everyone is safe, respected, and protected. #KNESWOFeministInitiative #TFGBV #DigitalSafety #EndTFGBV
KNESWO FEMINIST INITIATIVE
@kneswo.bsky.social
KNESWO is a feminist grassroots organization led by marginalized refugee, migrant, and displaced sex workers, as well as gender-diverse persons in all their diversity, addressing systemic violence, discrimination, and exclusion in Kenya
Safety is stronger when we learn together. Refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers are strengthening skills to prevent TFGBV and create safer online and offline spaces. #KNESWOFeministInitiative #TFGBV #DigitalSecurity #SafetyFirst
Today marks Day Two of our Physical & Digital Safety Training on TFGBV. Refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers are strengthening practical skills, knowledge, and collective strategies for safer online and offline spaces. Together, we stay safer. #KNESWOFeministInitiative #TFGBV
Safety grows through knowledge and solidarity. Refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers in all their diversities are strengthening their skills to prevent Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) and stay safer online and offline. #KNESWO #TFGBV #DigitalSecurity
KNESWO Feminist Initiative continues strengthening community resilience through our Physical & Digital Safety Training on TFGBV, equipping refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers with practical skills for safer online and offline spaces. #TFGBV #DigitalSecurity #SafetyFirst
Day One | Physical & Digital Safety Training KNESWO Feminist Initiative kicked off our two-day training on Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV), building practical skills for safer digital and physical spaces. #KNESWOFeministInitiative #TFGBV #DigitalSecurity #SafetyFirst
Coming Up Today! KNESWO Feminist Initiative will host a Physical & Digital Safety Training Workshop focused on strengthening physical and digital security and preventing Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based violence (TFGBV). Together, we're building safer communities and collective resilience.
At our Mental Health Retreat, refugee & migrant HRDs in all our diversities are learning to let go, breathe, heal & reconnect. Yoga reminds us to care for both body & mind. Thank you, Sunbird Network, for supporting our wellbeing.
Painting to Heal As part of our Feminist Healing Circle, we came together through art to express, reflect, and heal. Every brushstroke told a story of resilience, hope, and strength. Healing is a journey, and together we create safe spaces where every voice matters. #PaintingToHeal healing
KNESWO Feminist Initiative is proud to join the African Sunbird Network's four-day Mental Health & Resilience Retreat. Thank you, African Sunbird Network, for investing in the wellbeing and resilience of human rights defenders. #HRDs #MentalHealth #KNESWO
KNESWO Feminist Initiative is proud to join the AWID Membership Meet-Up in Nairobi, strengthening feminist solidarity and collective action. #AWID #FeministMovement #KNESWO #Nairobi
KNESWO Feminist Initiative joined the Abortion & Reproductive Justice Conference, engaging in a powerful conversation on the links between abortion, sexual and reproductive health, maternal health, and mental health. Together, we advance reproductive justice.
Last week, KNESWO Feminist Initiative joined HIAS Kenya for a Peer Learning & Networking Session. It was a great opportunity to connect, share experiences, strengthen partnerships, and advance community-led solutions for refugees and other displaced communities. #KNESWO #HIASKenya
We are at the Association for Women's Rights in Development (AWID) Members Meet-Up, connecting with fellow feminist leaders and strengthening solidarity for gender justice. #AWID #FeministMovement #KNESWOFeministInitiative
KNESWO Feminist Initiative was proud to join the #EastAfricaConnect networking event alongside #Segal2026 in Nairobi. A valuable space to connect, build partnerships, and strengthen collective action for community-led and feminist movements across East Africa. #KNESWO #FeministLeadership
Through art, we found space to heal, express, and connect. Our Feminist Healing Circle brought together refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers in all our diversity through the power of painting and collective care. #ArtTherapy #FeministHealing
Office Closure Notice KNESWO Feminist Initiative wishes to inform our members, partners, and the public that our Secretariat will be closed from 20th July to 27th July in observance of Silent Week. During this period, our team will be taking time for reflection and rest.
We were delighted to welcome the Young Women's Leadership Institute (YWLI) to the KNESWO Secretariat last week. Thank you for your visit and generous donation of chairs and a printer. Together, we are strengthening grassroots leadership and community impact.
A surprise visit from our Board Chair to the KNESWO Feminist Initiative Secretariat today! We reflected on our progress and renewed our commitment to advancing gender justice and the rights of refugee, migrant, internally displaced, and gender-diverse sex workers.
Climate justice and gender justice go hand in hand. KNESWO Feminist Initiative is advancing inclusive action that centers refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers in all our diversity—amplifying our voices, defending our rights, and ensuring no one is left behind.
The #SpeakOutProject is creating space for refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers and gender-diverse communities to speak, lead, and be heard. Every story strengthens our collective fight for dignity, justice, and inclusion. #KNESWO #HumanRights #MigrantJustice
Healing begins in community. Our Feminist Healing Circle offers refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers in all our diversity a space to rest, reconnect, and build collective strength. @UAF-Africa @Young Women’s Leadership Institute @NSWP #FeministHealing #CollectiveCare
KNESWO Feminist Initiative joined New Women Connectors partners in Nairobi for the #LeadingResilience Project, advancing feminist, inclusive, and data-driven humanitarian and climate action. @New Women Connectors @Feminist Humanitarian Network @Development Transformation @KNESWO Feminist Initiative
Radical rest is resistance. At our Feminist Healing Circle, refugee, migrant, and internally displaced sex workers in all our diversity embraced rest, healing, and collective care as powerful acts of resilience. @UAF-Africa @Young Women’s Leadership Institute @NSWP #RadicalRest #FeministHealing
Art is healing. Through painting therapy, refugee and migrant internally displaced sex workers in all our diversity found space for expression, resilience, and collective care. 💜 @Urgent Action Fund-Africa @Young Women’s Leadership Institute @NSWP #ArtTherapy #FeministHealing
The KNESWO Feminist Initiative held its second-quarter Feminist Healing Circle for refugee and migrant sex workers in all our diversities. #FeministHealing #CollectiveCare #RefugeeRights #SexWorkersRights
KNESWO Feminist Initiative was honored to host Womankind Worldwide. Thank you to the Young Women's Leadership Institute for creating opportunities for grassroots feminist organizations to connect, collaborate, and grow together. #KNESWOFeministInitiative #Solidarity
The #SpeakOutProject reminds us that every story has the power to challenge injustice and inspire change. By centering the voices of refugee, migrant, internally displaced sex workers, and gender-diverse communities, we're building a future rooted in dignity, inclusion, and justice.
Climate justice must center dignity, inclusion, and leave no one behind. Refugees, migrants, IDPs, sex workers, and gender-diverse people must be heard in climate action. #ClimateJustice #LeaveNoCommunityBehind
KNESWO Feminist Initiative was honored to attend the Pride Gala Dinner in Turkana County, Northern Kenya A powerful celebration of LGBTQ+ visibility, resilience, diversity, and community. Pride reminds us that everyone deserves dignity, belonging, and a space to shine.