Today, a woman is killed every 18 hours in Kenya, with most reported cases being a murder committed by someone she knows, lives with and loves. Yet in Kenya, Femicide is not recognised as a crime and more often than not, perpetrators of sexual, gender based violence (SGBV) and intimate partner violence get away with their crimes, despite being known to their victims and in their communities.

These statistics are grim and sadly not unique to Kenya. Femicide is an increasingly worsening issue globally. The question is, why do we remain silent? Why are we not doing more to protect our girls and women?

Today, the brilliant trio of @boxpodpodcast hosts join me for a thought-provoking conversation as we explore the nuances that seem to influence our current culture and attitude towards SGBV. We also discuss possible first steps we should consider taking to effectively change the narrative and address the crisis.

Connect with my guests today:

Catch their podcast BoxPod TV on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Box-PodTV

Sheila Kwamboka (@Kwambox on Instagram) is a popular broadcaster, podcaster & communicator in Kenya.

Joyce Maina is a renowned actor, podcaster & our unhinged bestie on Instagram @joycemaina

Kerry is an internationally acclaimed artist, podcaster & our resident minister of enjoyment on Instagram @MrKerryMartin

Related episodes:

Our spotlight episode on Usikimye with Njeri Migwe:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F49DqMUOXNI&t=571s

“Stop killing us!” A conversation with young feminists in Kenya

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxX6h13lcng&t=1s

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In today’s episode of Circling The Rabbit Hole Podcast, we revisit a crucial topic: Youth and Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) – but with a fresh perspective. Do teens and young adults have the right access to accurate information about their sexual health and reproductive rights? If so, what can we do to ensure they do? And how do we protect them from the dangers of misinformation in an era where digital platforms are flooded with unreliable content? To answer these pressing questions, I am joined by two extraordinary women who are at the forefront of advocating for SRHR. Lucy Minayo, co-CEO of Amplify Girls, and Judy Amina, Executive Director of SRHR Alliance, bring their wealth of knowledge, passion, and experience working to advance SRHR across diverse communities. Together, we examine the pressing need to promote, protect, and advance the SRHR of adolescent girls, boys, young people, and marginalized groups. As Judy aptly puts it: “These conversations need to start at the household level and then expand to the national level. This is the only way we can begin to see real change.” Judy Amina is a young Kenyan woman passionate about the Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) of young people, women and marginalized groups. She has been pivotal in steering SRHR projects targeting the youth, women, and vulnerable populations in Kenya for close to 10 years. Currently, Judy is the Executive Director for the Kenya Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Alliance (SRHR Alliance) in Kenya which works to ensure the fulfillment of SRHR for all with a specific focus on young people, women and vulnerable groups. Connect with Judy Amina on social media @Judy Amina Connect with SRHR Alliance on social media @kenyasrhr Lucy Minayo is a lawyer and pan-African feminist. She’s been working in human rights for close to two decades and has gained invaluable experience in Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR). She has been with numerous national and international NGOs, including FIDA Kenya, Kenya National Human Rights Commission, IPAS, and the Center for Reproductive Health Rights. Currently, Lucy is the co-CEO of Amplify Girls, a youth-focused organization dedicated to promoting and advancing the sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) of adolescent girls, boys, and young people in Africa. Connect with Lucy Minayo on social media @ Lucy Minayo Connect with Amplify Girls on social media @amplifygirls How can you support this podcast? Subscribe & Rate this episode, Share & leave a comment. Find the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.claire.kinuthia-CTRH Continue the conversation with me on: Instagram https://instagram.com/dr.claire.kinuthia?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.claire.kinuthia?_t=8fV6A1bom0c&_r=1 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dr.claire.kinuthia?mibextid=LQQJ4d

In today’s climate, mental health conversations are becoming more and more common. However, there is still one aspect that is still often overlooked — men’s mental health and wellness. Society still expects men to remain stoic, despite relentless life, relationship and financial pressures. A significant stigma still persists often shaming any form of vulnerability, which pushes many men into emotional isolation, addiction, abusive tendancies and silence. This lack of acknowledgment of their struggles not only harms men but also often leads to devastating effects in their families and communities. On this episode of Circling The Rabbit Hole, I am joined by Kelvin Mutiso, Co-Founder/CEO of OYE Kenya, and Chris Lyimo, a counseling psychologist and interventionist, to confront the systemic neglect of men’s mental health. While Kelvin discusses how financial instability and toxic masculinity can affect men’s emotional well-being, Chris offers a psychological perspective on how unspoken trauma and societal pressure exacerbate addiction and significant mental illnesses. Together, we examine how addressing men’s mental health is not only crucial for their survival but also vital in creating safer and healthier communities—an issue tied directly to the Femicide Marches we had last year in Kenya due to the ongoing Femicide pandemic. As Kelvin says in the episode, “It is time we examine what the original sin was; to ask ourselves: when was the moment we missed the boat in addressing these issues and now the boat is far out in the sea and we are struggling to catch it?” Join us as we unpack the stigma and explore possible solutions. Chris Lyimo is a believer that everyone deserves a second chance. He advocates for us to think through and communicate issues affecting people and aids in providing the clarity necessary for their transformation process, e.g., addiction treatment and recovery, mending relationships. As the lead therapist and interventionist at Creative Insights, Chris is inspired by the possibility of exploring who people truly are, at their core. He considers conversations and storytelling as an important way to access intimacy, freedom, healing, understanding and right action. Connect with Chris on social media @lyimo.chris on Instagram and @Chris Lyimo on Facebook Kelvin Mutiso is a Kenyan entrepreneur and financial innovator who co-founded OYE Kenya (Organized Youth Empowerment Kenya). OYE Kenya focuses on providing accessible financial solutions for underserved communities such as Boda Boda riders, particularly through innovative lending and credit products. Kelvin is also known for advocating for mental health awareness, especially concerning how financial pressures impact emotional well-being, particularly among men. His insights often highlight the intersection of financial challenges, societal expectations, and mental wellness, making him a key voice in conversations around financial literacy and emotional resilience. Connect with Kelvin on social media @kelvinmutiso How can you support this podcast? Subscribe & Rate this episode, Share & leave a comment. Find the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.claire.kinuthia-CTRH Continue the conversation with me on: Instagram https://instagram.com/dr.claire.kinuthia?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.claire.kinuthia?_t=8fV6A1bom0c&_r=1 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dr.claire.kinuthia?mibextid=LQQJ4d