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Samburu: Cutting Off Cultural Customs and Gender Inequalities to Promote Inclusive Education

Class 8 learners at Chepkondol Primary School in West Pokot, Kenya are revising in preparation for the upcoming national examinations. World Vision renovated six classrooms to provide children with a comfortable environment for learning. Faith, a confident 13-year-old is a pupil at Chepkondol Primary School believes that attending a boarding school has shielded her from the threats of FGM and child marriage, which are pervasive challenges for girls in her community. She says, "Girls should not be limited to herding animals and seen merely as a source of dowry. We deserve equal life opportunities, including access to quality education."

World Vision Kenya, in partnership with the Ministries of Interior and Education, has set out on a revolutionary mission to address the cultural and regional barriers that hinders education in Samburu County, Kenya. The initiative seeks to safeguard children from harmful cultural practices and make sure that all children of school age have access to […]