Recently Completed Projects
Recently Completed Projects
Over the years, CYAN Kenya has successfully implemented transformative projects that strengthened justice systems, promoted adolescent health, advanced gender equality, empowered communities and increased youth participation in governance. These completed initiatives continue to deliver sustainable impact through stronger institutions, empowered citizens and resilient communities across Homa Bay County.
Wakati ni Sasa (WAKASA I & II)
Strengthening Justice Systems and Community Legal Empowerment in Homa Bay County
The Wakati ni Sasa (WAKASA I & II) project strengthened access to justice and improved the prevention and response to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Homa Bay County. The initiative promoted community legal empowerment by increasing legal literacy, enhancing awareness of rights and available services, and supporting survivor-centered approaches to justice.
Through legal awareness campaigns, mobile legal aid clinics, engagement with community and informal justice actors, and multi-sectoral coordination, the project empowered women, girls, persons with disabilities and other marginalized groups to seek justice and access protection services.
The project strengthened collaboration among county government departments, civil society organizations, law enforcement agencies and justice actors to improve referral pathways and accountability mechanisms. By fostering informed communities and responsive justice systems, WAKASA contributed to a safer, more inclusive environment where vulnerable populations could exercise their rights without discrimination.
Project SPARK
Supporting Positive Attitudes and Rights for Kenyan Youth
Project SPARK worked to improve adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Homa Bay County by fostering supportive community attitudes, strengthening youth agency and promoting access to accurate information and essential youth-friendly health services.
The initiative addressed harmful social norms and stigma that limit adolescents' access to comprehensive sexuality education, contraception and other essential SRHR services through community-driven engagement and evidence-based advocacy.
Through community dialogues, parent-child engagement, youth-led theatre, male engagement initiatives, media advocacy and partnerships with local leaders, Project SPARK promoted positive, rights-based narratives around adolescent SRHR. The project also empowered adolescents through girls' safe spaces, school health clubs, psychosocial support, youth outreach activities and participation in advocacy events.
My Body, My Integrity, My Dignity
Transforming Social Norms to Advance Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
The My Body, My Integrity, My Dignity project worked to transform harmful social and gender norms that contribute to early sexual debut, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), and the denial of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for women and girls.
The initiative promoted safe, inclusive and supportive communities where adolescents, young women and marginalized groups could access accurate SRHR information and quality health services without stigma or discrimination.
Implemented through community-led approaches, the project engaged faith leaders, parents, youth, community gatekeepers and male champions to promote positive attitudes towards SRHR, including contraception and comprehensive abortion care. Activities included interfaith and intergenerational dialogues, women fisherfolk economic empowerment, youth peer mentorship, community theatre, integrated SRHR outreach services and the innovative Boda-Baba Male Engagement Model.
Tupigane na Ufisadi (TUNU)
Promoting Youth-Led Action for Transparency, Accountability and Good Governance
The Tupigane na Ufisadi (TUNU) Project was a youth-led anti-corruption initiative that promoted transparency, accountability and civic responsibility within communities. The project empowered young people to actively participate in the fight against corruption through public awareness, dialogue and citizen engagement.
Through innovative approaches including comics, cartoons, theatre performances, drama skits, radio programmes and citizen journalism, the project simplified governance and anti-corruption issues, making them more accessible and relatable to communities across Homa Bay County.
TUNU also leveraged key advocacy moments such as Africa Anti-Corruption Day and International Anti-Corruption Day to strengthen public participation and accountability. By bringing together youth, community leaders, media practitioners and governance actors, the project helped nurture a new generation of informed citizens committed to integrity and responsible leadership.
Building Stronger Communities Through Sustainable Development
Every completed project represents more than a successful implementation—it reflects stronger partnerships, empowered communities and lasting systems that continue to improve the lives of adolescents and young people. CYAN Kenya remains committed to building on these achievements through innovation, collaboration and youth-led leadership that creates sustainable change across Homa Bay County and beyond.