Author Archives: Oduor Kevin

Recently, I had the privilege of participating in the Annual Reflection Meeting organized by Plan International Kenya, an inspiring gathering that brought together young people, parents, and healthcare providers to reflect on the achievements and lessons of the Young Health Program (YHP). The program targets adolescents aged 10–19, emphasizing the importance of teaching children aboutContinue reading “EMPOWERING ADOLESCENTS FOR A HEALTHIER FUTURE: REFLECTIONS FROM PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S ANNUAL MEETING”

As an alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), Cohort 34, I recently had the privilege of serving as a judge during the YALI Cohort 59 Design Challenge. This experience was both nostalgic and inspiring, as it reminded me of my own journey through the program and gave me a front-row seat to witnessContinue reading “EMPOWERING AFRICA’S NEXT GENERATION: REFLECTIONS FROM JUDGING THE  YALI COHORT 59 DESIGN CHALLENGE”

Breast cancer is a pressing global health concern, and with research establishing a clear link between alcohol and seven types of cancer, including breast cancer, the need for innovative awareness campaigns has never been more critical. I had the incredible privilege of contributing to the “Be Loud for Change” (BL4C) Campaign by co-creating a songContinue reading “BE LOUD FOR CHANGE – USING MUSIC TO AMPLIFY BREAST CANCER AWARENESS”

Recently, on the 14th October 2024, I had the privilege of attending a resource mobilization training organized by the NCD Alliance of Kenya at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Hurlingham, Nairobi. This event was a unique opportunity to learn from fundraising experts and connect with peers working to combat non-communicable diseases (NCDs). TheContinue reading “Insights from the NCD Alliance Kenya Resource Mobilization Training: Building Sustainable Fundraising Strategies”

The Beginning of an Exciting Journey The journey through the Explore Program by the Founders Factory Africa Academy was transformative, testing our resilience, creativity, and determination. It began with identifying our entrepreneurial sweet spot, where we introspected to understand our strengths, passions, and market opportunities. This foundational step aligned our personal values with our businessContinue reading “My Journey Through the Founders Factory Africa Academy (Now 54 Collective): From Aspiration to Achievement”

Overview I recently had the privilege of attending the National Cancer Survivors Festival organized by the Kenya Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO). This event, held at the Helipad Ground at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), was a celebration of resilience, hope, and community among cancer survivors and their supporters. The day began with a symbolic walkContinue reading “NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVORS FESTIVAL”

I am thrilled to announce that I was honored with the Young Innovators Award at the 5th Quality Healthcare Forum and Awards held at the Villa Rosa Kempinski Hotel, Nairobi. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who are making significant contributions to improving healthcare outcomes through innovative projects and policy initiatives. One of the projects thatContinue reading “Driving Change: Recognized as a Young Innovator in Healthcare”

Overview In recent years, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have emerged as a significant public health concern globally, with Kenya being no exception. To address this growing health crisis, organizations like the Kenya Legal and Ethical Issues Network on HIV and AIDS (KELIN), supported by the International Development Law Organization (IDLO), have embarked on initiatives aimed atContinue reading “CSO Advocacy Forum on Front-of-Package Warning Labelling Standards in Kenya”