Empowering Pastoralist Communities
Championing Resilience and Self-Reliance
Join us in our mission to support and uplift indigenous pastoralist communities in Kenya through sustainable practices and community-driven initiatives.
About Pastoralist Peoples' Initiative
Founded in 2020, Pastoralist Peoples’ Initiative (PPI) began as a Community Based Organization (CBO) and transitioned into a registered charity in 2023. Our mission is to empower and support indigenous pastoralist communities in Kenya. We are proud members of the Pastoralist Alliance for Resilience and Adaptation Across Nations (PARAAN), Grassroots Justice Network, and Indigenous Women Council (IWC).
Our work focuses on promoting leadership development, economic independence, and gender-inclusive policies. We document and revitalize traditional ecological knowledge for sustainable land management and climate adaptation. We also advocate for the fundamental rights of pastoralist communities to land, water, self-determination, and a life with dignity.
Through our efforts, we build community-based resilience to climate change, strengthen the capacity of local organizations, and provide timely humanitarian support during crises. Join us in creating a world where indigenous pastoralist communities thrive with dignity and cultural resilience.
Empowering Indigenous Communities
Our initiatives are designed to empower pastoralist communities by fostering self-reliance and resilience.
Our Key Thematic Areas
Empowering Pastoralist Women
We promote leadership development, economic independence, and gender-inclusive policies to uplift pastoralist women.
Indigenous Knowledge Systems for Resilience
Documenting and revitalizing traditional ecological knowledge for sustainable land management and climate adaptation.
Human Rights Advocacy
Standing for the fundamental rights of pastoralist communities to land, water, self-determination, and a life with dignity.
Climate Change Adaptation
Building community-based resilience through disaster preparedness, early warning systems, and sustainable practices.
Our Programs
Empowering Communities Through Action
Pastoralist Peoples’ Initiative offers a range of programs designed to support and uplift pastoralist communities. These include:
- The Annual Football For Peace tournament
- Rendille Grassroots Women Support Program
- Reproductive Health and the Mother to Mother Support Project
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Community Land Advocacy
- The VSLA Project
- The Inaugural Rendille Food and Cultural Festival
Get Involved
Your support can make a significant difference in the lives of pastoralist communities. Whether you choose to donate, volunteer, or spread the word, your contribution is invaluable. Join us in empowering these communities and fostering a future where they can thrive with dignity and resilience.
