Senator Esther Okenyuri Leads Kisii Solidarity Walk Against Gender-Based Violence
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Senator Esther Okenyuri on [insert date] led a powerful solidarity walk in Kisii County to spotlight the urgent need to end Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and femicide. The walk, which culminated at Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital, drew a diverse coalition of civil society groups, men, women, and youth in a unified call for action.
The event underscored a crucial message: GBV is not just a women’s issue—it is a national crisis that demands collective accountability and action.
“As KEWOPA, we stand united in breaking the silence, challenging harmful cultural practices, and fighting for justice for survivors,” Senator Okenyuri said. “This is about dignity, safety, and humanity.”
Participants called on men to step up as allies—supporting survivors, challenging toxic norms, and becoming vocal advocates for change.
“Ending GBV begins with all of us. Silence is complicity,” she added.
The walk served as both a memorial for lives lost and a rallying cry to strengthen prevention, protection, and prosecution mechanisms. Organizers stressed the need for more survivor-centered services, community education, and enforcement of existing laws.
As Kenya continues to grapple with rising cases of GBV, events like this reflect growing public demand for systemic change and political will.
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