The 2024 UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) is underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, highlighting the urgent need for action on climate change in both urban and rural areas. Urban regions often dominate these discussions due to their high population density, industries, and infrastructure, which intensify climate impacts. However, rural areas face distinct challenges that also demand…
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We’ve all heard the saying that “If you want to walk fast, walk alone. If you want to walk far, walk together.” At our Maono Space we believe that every person – every changemaker – holds authentic strengths and experiences that have the potential to enrich the entire community. And when these different strengths and…
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Across Kenya, citizens are taking ownership of their role in shaping service delivery at the local level, driving impactful change in their counties. In Kilifi County, changemakers are playing a central part in improving livelihoods, education, and environmental conservation, proving that collective action and community engagement are essential for lasting progress. This youth-led movement is…
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At Maono Space, we have always been committed to creating a vibrant and supportive community for changemakers. We understand the unique challenges faced by community-based mobilisers and organisers, many of whom work tirelessly in isolation, striving to bring about positive change without access to the resources they need. That’s why Maono was developed—to offer a…
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For the first time in a decade, the world has witnessed a significant decline in social progress. The Social Progress Index highlights that last year, 61 countries saw a decline, 77 stagnated, and only 32 made real progress, with the UK falling into the second tier for the first time. With 4 out of 5…
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The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) partnered with the Open Institute to launch the first media centre in Kilifi County! Launched at the Maono Space in Malindi in March 2024, the Maono Media Hub aims to support the production of high-quality content and provide journalists with a conducive working environment. Supporting Journalists Countrywide Established in…
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There’s a perception that young people are less interested in politics and development than older generations. This might be true for traditional forms of citizen participation like voting, but it doesn’t mean they’re disengaged. An active citizenry is vital for a healthy democracy. When young people feel their voices are unheard and the issues they…
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Growing up as a girl here is tough. Right from birth, the path of our lives is beaten, leading us to places against our own will. In the heart of Shela, a small village in Malindi, a 13-year-old girl faced the grim reality of being married off due to her family’s dire financial situation. In…
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As we celebrate International Women’s Day it is important for us to recognise the important role women play in shaping communities and promoting sustainable development. Take Janet Chanzera who lives in Kilifi County for example. Despite facing tough economic conditions, as a wife and a mother to five children, she has been able to fend…
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📅 Dates: November 25 & 26, 2024
📍 Location: Nairobi, kenya
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