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WAKILI.SHA PODCASTCelebrating The Day of the African Child 2024 || Elizabeth Njambi One Young World SpeechSpecial episode:Join us for a poignant and inspiring special episode as we celebrate the Day of the African Child 2024. This episode features a powerful speech delivered by our Founder and CEO, Elizabeth Njambi, at the 2023 One Young World Summit in Belfast, Northern Ireland. In her short but powerful address, our CEO delves into fighting inequality through education. Listen as she shares personal anecdotes, compelling data, and visionary strategies aimed at leveling the educational playing for all children, including children in conflict with the law. She emphasizes the transformative power of education in breaking...
2024-06-1609 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTChild Justice 101: Expert-led Solutions ft. Ruth Juliet Gachanja and Patricia MundiaWelcome to the last episode of our 3-episode ‘Access to Justice and the Rule of Law miniseries’ ⚖️ We focused on lived experiences and practical solutions speaking with experts, guardians and a former child in conflict with the law. 🎙️In this episode, Brian Bright speaks with Ruth Juliet Gachanja and Patricia Mundia. Ruth Juliet is a Child Rights Expert, Anti- Human Trafficking Specialist and Lecturer at Kabarak University. Patricia is a Child Justice Defender; Family Lawyer & Managing Partner at PWM & Co. Advocates. Bright is Communications Co-Director at Wakili.sha Initiative, Co-Host at Wakili.sha Podcast, a lawyer by training a...
2024-06-0546 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTPrevention Is Better Than Cure ft. Jecinta Agunja and James (former child in conflict with the law)Welcome back! 😃 This 3-episode ‘Access to Justice and the Rule of Law miniseries’ ⚖️ focuses on lived experiences and practical solutions. We speak with experts, guardians and a former child in conflict with the law. 🎙️Wakili.sha Podcast is Wakili.sha Initiative’s advocacy tool. Wakili.sha Initiative promotes access to justice and education for children in conflict with the law through free legal representation; mentorship, talent & skills development; and public awareness & advocacy.In this episode, Elizabeth Njambi speaks with Jecinta Agunja and James. Jecinta is a parent and a human rights defender at the Coalition for Grassroots Human R...
2024-05-0846 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTAdvocates Who Care - Justice and Information FT. Joy Gitau and Brian BrightWelcome back to the Wakili.sha Podcast! We’re so glad to be back with a very insightful miniseries focusing on Access to Justice and the Rule of Law. The 3-episode miniseries focuses on lived experiences and practical solutions. We speak with experts, guardians and a former child in conflict with the law. Wakili.sha Podcast is Wakili.sha Initiative’s advocacy tool. Wakili.sha Initiative promotes access to justice and education for children in conflict with the law through free legal representation; mentorship, talent & skills development; and public awareness & advocacy.In this episode, Zipporah Njuguna (Zippie) spea...
2024-04-1735 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTCelebrating DAC & WCD 2023: Creating a Safe and Accessible Digital Environment for ChildrenHappy World Children’s Day!!! The Wakili.sha Podcast is back! We are back with a series celebrating World Children’s Day 2023. This year, we celebrate under the theme, “Inclusion for Every Child.” Inclusion of their voices in decision-making processes, in access to education, access to justice, digital literacy and safety. We are sharing the enlightening panel discussions we had during our Day of the African Child celebrations earlier this year. We brought together stakeholders in the justice and digital industries, discussing “Child justice in the Digital Environment”. We trained 20 children in conflict with the law and 20 at...
2023-11-2057 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTCelebrating DAC & WCD 2023: Children and Digitized Legal SystemsHappy World Children’s Day!!! The Wakili.sha Podcast is back! We are back with a series celebrating World Children’s Day 2023. This year, we celebrate under the theme, “Inclusion for Every Child.” Inclusion of their voices in decision-making processes, in access to education, access to justice, digital literacy and safety.We are sharing the enlightening panel discussions we had during our Day of the African Child celebrations earlier this year. We brought together stakeholders in the justice and digital industries, discussing “Child justice in the Digital Environment”. We trained 20 children in conflict with the law...
2023-11-2055 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTCelebrating DAC & WCD 2023: Child Digital Literacy and SafetyHappy World Children’s Day!!! The Wakili.sha Podcast is back! We are back with a series celebrating World Children’s Day 2023. This year, we celebrate under the theme, “Inclusion for Every Child.” Inclusion of their voices in decision-making processes, in access to education, access to justice, digital literacy and safety.We are sharing the enlightening panel discussions we had during our Day of the African Child celebrations earlier this year. We brought together stakeholders in the justice and digital industries, discussing “Child justice in the Digital Environment”. We trained 20 children in conflict with the law and 2...
2023-11-201h 04
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTMine is a Vote! - with Afro-political Feminist Wanjiru NguhiHappy New Year!!We take a break from hiatus to bring you this very special episode! (aren't they all, though?) 2022 is going to be huge for many reasons, but as we all know, the General Elections are fast approaching and this means a lot to all Kenyans.We chat with afro-political feminist Wanjiru Nguhi about how you can be an active citizen and a part of the change you want to see! We also share our reflections (resolutions) for the new year.As always, we have loads of fun!
2022-01-2730 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTIT'S A WRAP - Season 1 ReflectionsIt’s been a year since we started this journey. As we wrap up, we sit down to reflect on our first season of this podcast: what went well, what didn’t and lessons we’re carrying forward to Season Two. We have a lot of fun sharing our favourite episodes from this season, our not so favourites, and get to know each other a little more.Thank you for joining us on this journey – and see you in Season Two! Don’t forget to follow/subscribe, share, rate/review!F...
2021-12-2255 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTWhat does Juvenile Justice Mean to You?On this episode, we reflect on what juvenile justice means to us. We also asked our friends Paul Otieno (AKA Paushinski), Faith Kyalo and Joseph Kihara to tell us what comes to mind when they think about juvenile justice, and they candidly share with us their insights on both legal and non-legal issues concerning children in conflict with the law.As always, we have loads of fun!Don’t forget to follow/subscribe, share, rate/review!Follow us on social media (@wakili.sha on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and LinkedIn and @wa...
2021-12-1737 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTCelebrating WCD 2021 Ft. Paul, a former Child in Conflict with the Law and Hon. Lady Justice MathekaIt’s World Children’s Day! The theme for this year is “investing in our future means investing in our children.”On this episode, we speak with Paul. He is a senior banker, working as Head of Credit in a financial institution. What you wouldn’t know if you saw him is that he was once a child in conflict with the law (CICL) and went through the juvenile justice system as a child. His story is heart-breaking, but is full of optimism and hope for every child who is currently in the juvenile justice system, their pare...
2021-11-201h 01
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTTRUE STORY: Getting through COVID-19 as a CICLWhat is life like for children in conflict with the law? How did COVID-19 affect them?On this episode, we speak with Tony* (not his real name). He is a child in conflict with the law who shares his story and takes us through what COVID-19 has meant for him, his case, his family and other children in conflict with the law. For those who want to reach out and help, please contact us on social media. Don’t forget to follow/subscribe, share, rate/review! It means a lot to us and ou...
2021-11-1132 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTDemystifying Child Sex Trafficking – with HiiL Innovation Hub EA, IJM Ke, Childline KE & SPAWhat is Child Sex Trafficking? What causes it? Who’s responsible? How do we prevent it? How do we support survivors? And how do we see justice for victims?We have partnered with the Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) Hub East Africa to bring you this very necessary and urgent conversation. We recognize that it’s an emotive topic that’s hardly discussed and often shrouded in mystery. We aim to change that by raising awareness. It is estimated that there are about 20,000 victims of child sex trafficking in Kenya according to IJM...
2021-09-0942 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTKAMAE GIRLS: Welfare in Juvenile Institutions - Part 2Are there girls in conflict with the law? Where are they held? What leads them into crime and what are their needs? On this episode, we speak to Ms. Elizabeth Njeri, a Welfare Officer at Kamae Girls Borstal Institution. Kamae Girls is the only girls’ borstal institution in Kenya. Elizabeth has been in the field for years and shares what it means to care for girls in conflict with the law. Jam packed with knowledge – and as always, laughter! For those who want to reach out and help, please contact us o...
2021-07-2940 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTBaba Yao: Welfare in Juvenile Institutions - Part 1Who takes care of children’s welfare issues when they are committed in institutions? Who protects their dignity? How are they placed into various rehabilitative programmes? What about the officers in these institutions – what are their needs? On this episode, we speak to Mr. Charles, a Welfare Officer who has worked in rehabilitation institutions in Kenya for over 10 years. He lets us into his day-to-day activities, shares the challenges he and others face, and what motivates him to keep going. This is one with loads to learn. From reverse mentorship; to some Giriama greet...
2021-07-1539 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTCelebrating the Day of the African Child 2021!Every year, the African Union and Member States celebrate the Day of the African Child on June 16th, to commemorate the 1976 Soweto Uprising and to raise awareness on the needs of African Children. The 2021 theme is, “30 years after the adoption of the Charter: accelerate the implementation of Agenda 2040 for an Africa fit for children”.The African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (“the Charter”) envisions a child-friendly justice system. In 2016, on the Charter’s 25th anniversary, the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (“the Committee”) adopted “Agenda 2040: Fostering an Afr...
2021-06-1638 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTGrassroots: Child Psychology and Delinquency 101On this episode, we are joined by Ms. Margaret Njihia, who is a clinical psychologist and child therapist. We discuss how the juvenile justice system can affect a child's psychological behaviour, and how we can take care of the mental wellbeing of children in conflict with the law. Listen in to learn about some things we talk about subconsciously that could actually impact the mental health of a child.Let's not forget the fun! Find out a few fun facts about us and our guest as well!Follow us on social media (@wakili...
2021-06-0336 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTThe One with a Learned FriendAll FRIENDS gather round!On this episode, we are joined by Ms. Mataa Maina, an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and pro-bono lawyer. We discuss the right to legal representation: what it means and why it is important that children in conflict with the law have legal representation. We also delve into her life as a pro-bono lawyer: the ups, the downs and staying sane through it all. As always, how can you plug in? And for advocates wondering "where can I sign up?", this is the episode for you! Going d...
2021-05-1226 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTTAKE OFF!Welcome aboard! On this journey, we will have fun as we explore all things children in conflict with the law ("CICL"). Who are they? Where are they? What led them there? What challenges do they face? And what can we do about it? We will be seeking to find out if the justice system really is child-friendly and where there are gaps, we will seek practical solutions that you and I can plug into. The show will be hosted by Zippie, Bright and Liz. This podcast is brought to you by Wakili.sha Initiative, a K...
2021-04-2229 min
WAKILI.SHA PODCASTWelcome to Wakili.sha Podcast!Welcome aboard! On this journey, we will have fun as we explore all things children in conflict with the law ("CICL"). Who are they? Where are they? What led them there? What challenges do they face? And what can we do about it? We will be seeking to find out if the justice system really is child-friendly and where there are gaps, we will seek practical solutions that you and I can plug into. The show will be hosted by Zippie, Bright and Liz. This podcast is brought to you by Wakili.sha Initiative, a Ke...
2021-04-2104 min