Women Alliance for Peace Building (WAPB), formed by women, peace activists and gender equality advocates. WAPB was established to address the dual challenges of conflict and gender inequality Started in Wajir County and now working all over the country. The organization operates under the auspices of the Wajir Peace and Development Agency (WPDA), a respected entity with a legacy of over two decades in peacebuilding and with a mission to foster peace, advance gender equality, and advocate for human rights. Formation of WAPB underscores a profound belief in the pivotal role of women and girls as agents of change, essential for achieving lasting peace and social justice. WAPB has strategically positioned itself to integrate gender perspectives into peacebuilding efforts and champion the rights and active participation of women and girls in peace processes.
Welcome to WAPB
Our Core Mandate
The Women Alliance for Peace Building (WAPB) is fundamentally driven by a commitment to peace-building and gender equality…
Vision
A world where peace prevails through the empowerment and active participation of women and girls in all aspects of society.
Mision
To empower women and girls as leaders in peace building and to champion gender equality. WAPB is dedicated to integrating women’s perspectives
Partner with Us?
WAPB intends to forge strategic alliances with entities that support women empowerment including local and international donor’s organization thereby extending its influence to surrounding counties.
Our Programs and Initiatives
Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution Initiatives
Community Dialogue and Mediation Programs: Central to WAPB’s mission, these programs bring together conflicting parties for dialogue, enabling them to find common ground.
Gender Equality and Empowerment Programs
Economic Empowerment Projects: Linking economic stability with peace, these projects aim to enhance the economic independence of women through vocational training..
Education and Awareness Campaigns
Peace Education in Schools: By integrating peace education into school curriculums, WAPB instills values of tolerance, understanding, and conflict resolution among young people.
Advocacy and Legal Support
Policy Advocacy Initiatives: WAPB engages in advocacy to influence policies and legislation affecting women’s rights and peacebuilding, lobbying for the adoption of international
Community Engagement and Resilience Building
Resilience and Adaptation Programs: In response to environmental degradation and climate change, these programs focus on building community resilience