She was Director of the Education for Social Justice program at Fahamu from 2007 to 2009
FAHAMU
Alice Wairimu Nderitu served as the Director of the Education for Social Justice program at Fahamu from 2007 to 2009. In this role, she focused on empowering grassroots activists and civil society organizations through education and capacity-building initiatives aimed at promoting human rights and social justice across Africa.
Fahamu is a pan-African organization established in 1997 to strengthen and support movements for social justice in Africa. With offices in Nairobi, Dakar, and the UK, Fahamu is known for its work in advocacy, education, and the publication of Pambazuka News, an online platform focusing on social justice issues.
Key Contributions at Fahamu
During her tenure at Fahamu, Nderitu contributed to various initiatives, including:
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Direct Action Training Workshops: In response to the post-election violence in Kenya in 2007-2008, Fahamu organized workshops aimed at equipping activists with skills and tools for effective advocacy and mobilization.
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Media for Women’s Rights Campaign: Collaborating with organizations like FEMNet, Fahamu produced a six-part radio drama titled "Crossroads," aimed at popularizing the African Women’s Rights Protocol.
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