In a landmark move to tackle the socioeconomic challenges faced by young female survivors of gender-based violence (GBV), the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Foundation has signed a four-year partnership with the Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW) and the Morendat Institute of Oil and Gas (MIOG) National Polytechnic.
The collaboration aims to provide fully sponsored technical and vocational training to marginalized women aged between 18 and 35 from Nairobi and Mombasa. Beneficiaries will be identified through CREAW’s Jasiri Program, which focuses on supporting women who have either survived or are at risk of GBV.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, KPC Managing Director Joe Sang emphasized the need to restore dignity and opportunity to GBV survivors. “Gender-based violence continues to rob young women of opportunities in economic participation,” said Sang. “By equipping them with globally accredited, hands-on skills, we are not only opening up job prospects but also breaking the cycles of poverty and exclusion.”
The training programs will be conducted at MIOG and include courses such as International Welders Certificate, Fibre Optic Installation, Motor Vehicle Diagnostics, Electrical Installation, Fire Safety, Forklift Operation, and CNC Machining. These programs are designed to meet global industry standards, ensuring graduates are competitive in both local and international job markets.
KPC will also leverage its vast industry network to create pathways for internship placements and job opportunities. Select participants will further benefit from entrepreneurship grants to support small business ventures.
CREAW Executive Director Wangechi Wachira highlighted the initiative’s broader impact: “This is about restoring hope, dignity, and the belief that every young woman deserves a chance to live an empowered life.”
The partnership integrates training with mentorship and coaching, preparing the women not only to enter the workforce but to thrive in it. Women in Nairobi and Mombasa are encouraged to apply for the program via this application link.
By bridging the gap between recovery and economic independence, this initiative is set to transform the lives of countless young women and redefine the narrative for survivors of GBV in Kenya.
