71 episodes
Chini Ya Mbúyú Akili Dada
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- Society & Culture
The Chini Ya Mbúyú podcast is a Feminist movement-building platform created by young women, whose mission is not only to advance Feminist principles in all areas of leadership but also advance narratives that allow young women and girls across the continent to rise to leadership positions and occupy space. A podcast, that tells stories of women, who have come before us, women amongst us and women whose potential cannot be silenced. A force that cannot be muted, a revolution that will be marked in the halls of a Feminist future.
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Once a Dada Always a Dada
🎙️ Tune in to our special episode of Chini Ya Mbuyu as we celebrate the exceptional Diana Njuguna, our former Head of Programs.
As she embarks on a new chapter, she shares how her personal challenges inspired her work at Akili Dada and discusses the societal constraints imposed on women, from how they should behave, dress, and speak.
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Changing Our Narratives
Women are often portrayed negatively in the media. Their stories are usually told from a disempowering angle, which does not do justice to the power and resilience of African womanhood.
Tune in to our final season 7 episode, where we will critically examine the media using a gender lens and uncover how we can uplift and celebrate women's powerful stories, changing their narratives.
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Women in Transport
Women have the power to lead in every industry, challenging stereotypes and forging new paths.
In this week’s captivating episode of the Chini Ya Mbuyu podcast, in collaboration with Flone Initiative, our host engages women from the transport sector who share their inspiring stories of navigating a traditionally male-dominated field. They share valuable lessons on resilience and pursuing one's dreams.
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Closing The Gap on SRHR
In Kenya, adolescent girls lack access to sexual and reproductive health information, particularly menstrual health awareness. This gap affects more than just their health - it's about empowering these young girls to have bodily autonomy and make informed decisions.
🎧In our latest episode, we amplify the voices of these adolescent girls' advocating for age-appropriate SRHR information.
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This is Womanhood!
Do you remember the rush of emotions when you first stepped out alone?
Join us on the latest episode of the #ChiniYaMbuyu podcast as we dive into heartfelt conversations with young women navigating life post-high school. They share their stories of excitement, fear, and the raw emotions of stepping into a world filled with endless possibilities.
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Its Okay Not to Be Okay
Is there a balance between your mind and body?
In the newest episode of #ChiniYaMbuyu, we dive deep into the hidden territory of the mind. Our host and guests bravely bare their hearts, sharing personal experiences with mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
We're taking a bold stand, pushing the conversation forward. We believe that mental health should be prioritized equally to physical health. It's time we stop the stigma and start the dialogue.
Tune in and join the conversation!