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ByadminOn the bright morning of August 28, 2023, a significant and heartwarming event took place at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Adams Arcade in Nairobi, Kenya. The event marked the official launch of a Livelihood Project for Kibera Older People, an initiative that aims to empower the elderly population by imparting valuable skills in…
World NGO Day 2026
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ByadminAnna Mary Robertson, better know as Grandma Moses, didn’t try painting until her late 70’s. According to the National Museum of Women in the Arts, she spent her life as a farm wife and mother, selling homemade food to support her family. She drew inspiration from life on the farm and as a hobby, she…
Making Service Charters Work for Older Persons: From Compliance to Dignity
Service charters are meant to guide citizens on what services are offered and what standards to expect. For many older persons, however, these charters remain inaccessible — written in unfamiliar language, displayed in unreadable formats, and disconnected from the realities of ageing. When information cannot be understood, seen, or accessed, dignity is compromised. Making service charters work for older persons is not about compliance; it is about designing systems that respect, include, and prioritize senior citizens.
Distribution of Modern Jikos at Kinungi-Naivasha
ByadminModern jikos distribution to the needy elderly persons at Kinungi-Naivasha.The jikos were donated by HelpAge international.
