When women come together, transformation happens. This week, Umbrella for the Needy, in partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network, convened a powerful one‑day workshop under the theme “Feminist Unity in Action: Access, Care, Digital Engagement.” We were honored to have our sister organization, the Yikono Movement, join us. As a women‑led initiative committed to ending gender‑based violence and advancing safety, dignity, and justice for women and girls, their par

At Umbrella for the Needy, we believe that true resilience begins with care — care for ourselves, care for one another, and care for the communities we serve. In partnership with the East Africa Feminist Peace Network, we recently hosted a one‑day training designed to strengthen both personal and communal well‑being. This gathering brought together 17 participants, including women‑led groups, staff, volunteers, and religious leaders. Each participant came with a shared commit