Queen of Peace Initiative is a women-led and women-centered organization committed to the liberation of indigenous women across the vast arid plains of northern Kenya from the extreme social, cultural and economic barriers that exist in the conflict-prone region The arid rangelands of northern Kenya are in the front-line of climate change impacts, with increasingly frequent and severe droughts that’s has brought climate-induced loss and damage. QPI was established in 2018 and located in the arid and semi-arid lands of Northern Kenya. QPI is currently working with organized women and youth groups. The organization is led by a council of women diligently drawn from organized women proups in Isiolo, Marsabit, Samburu and Laikipia counties
We are supporting indigenous women of northern Kenya gain the skills, knowledge and resources they need to be at the forefront of influencing decisions that improve the health and wellbeing of their lives, families and communities
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On group savings and investments through our microfinance and microcredit initiative
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Through our greening northern Kenya initiative
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Through our Women empowerment initiative
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Through our bursary for indigenous communities initiative
Holder of an Msc Governance and Leadership. BA Education. Worked as a Ward administrator -Ngaremara. Cec Education, Gender, Culture and Social Services.
Read MoreAlso involved in Cec Water, Environment, Energy, Climate change, and Natural resources. Trustee of Water Sector Trust Fund.
Beatrice Lempaira is the Gender and Social Inclusion Director- Leading NRT gender mainstreaming programs and BeadWORKS, a handicraft business that harnesses the rich beading traditions working with over 1000 pastoralist women from different ethnic groups in northern Kenya.
Read MoreShe has over a decade of experience in community conservation, management, and leadership. She is experienced in working with indigenous/local communities, stakeholders’ relations, complex rangeland landscapes, women, and youth enterprises. She is passionate about inclusive conservation governance and economic empowerment for women and youth. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and Sociology from The University of Nairobi, Kenya and currently perusing Masters in Anthropology from McGill University, Canada.
Lilly is the Founder, Executive Producer and Host of Selam & Hello and Host of EdTech Mondays Kenya on NTV. With over 25 years of experience in international development, education, and strategic communication, Lilly Bekele-Piper brings a wealth of expertise to her work at the intersection of human rights and creative arts. Her impressive and award-winning career spans roles with esteemed institutions such as Harvard University, the United Nations, the World Bank, and USAID. Notably, Lilly played a key role in the successful launch of Disney/National Geographic's pioneering nature focused children's TV show in Africa, "Team Sayari," now broadcast in 51 African countries and on YouTube.
Read MoreA sought-after speaker and guest, Lilly's influence extends across global radio, TV, and digital platforms. Holding a BA in Speech Communications from Wake Forest University and a Masters in Higher Education from Harvard University, Lilly combines her academic background with a deep passion for positive change. Lilly received the 2022 USAID Meritorious Honor Award, the 2023 USAID Private Sector Engagement Excellence Award, and six USAID commendations for various contributions during her tenure.
Kuresha Bille is a Community leader , Women Peace Council chairr The chairlady of the women's council
Email: queenofpeace353@gmail.com
Tel: 0701444161
Alt.Email: queenofpeace.organization@gmail.com
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