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Grassroots’ Voices (GRAVO) is a community based organization dedicated to promoting the rights of marginalized and vulnerable communities in Kwale County. Our advocacy is evidence based and uses data and grassroots insights to advocate for transparent and accountable governance, particularly in sectors critical to human development such as health, education, environment, agriculture and social protection.
GRAVO operates under an umbrella of three thematic areas namely;
We promote SAGG by empowering citizens particularly the marginalized and vulnerable groups to engage with duty bearers, demand transparency in resource use and influence decision making processes at both levels of government.
We advocate for inclusive climate policies and practices that prioritize the rights of the vulnerable populations, ensuring that development does not come at the cost of ecological degradation or human dignity.
We also advance corporate accountability in the mining sector, with a particular focus on the large scale operations and the governance of natural resources management. Our approach seeks to ensure that communities meaningfully benefit from the mining operations, while at the same time demanding businesses to uphold the rights of local communities, protect workers and safeguard the environment in which they operate.
We focus on securing the rights of marginalized and vulnerable groups to access land, water and other natural resources, while promoting resilience through sustainable practices and equitable economic opportunities.
By holding the government agencies accountable and amplifying community voices, we aim to foster just, inclusive and resilient systems where human rights and environmental sustainability are interdependent and protected.
We envision a society where every individual has a voice, and communities thrive through active civic engagement, social justice, and equitable opportunities.
We strive to amplify marginalized voices, promote inclusivity and address systematic injustices by fostering community activism, raising awareness and driving sustainable solutions.
We demonstrate expertise, efficiency and competence in the delivery of our duties and provide quality services to all our stakeholders with the utmost solidarity and mutual cooperation for the benefit of our society
We are responsible, transparent and answerable to all stakeholders
We ensure openness in all our engagements and operations and set the pace in shaping our agenda.
We are creative, innovative and adaptable to the ever changing trend in development
We, at all times work to preserve and protect our culture, heritage and conservation of environment in line with the national and international obligations.
Grassroots’ Voices (GRAVO) is a community based organization dedicated to promoting the rights of marginalized and vulnerable communities in Kwale County. Our advocacy is evidence based and uses data and grassroots insights to advocate for transparent and accountable governance, particularly in sectors critical to human development such as health, education, environment, agriculture and social protection.
Our organization operates under a strong and transparent governance structure that ensures strategic oversight, accountability, and effective management. At the helm is a Board of Directors composed of seven members who bring diverse expertise in governance, finance, human rights, and community development. The Board provides overall direction, policy guidance, and fiduciary oversight to ensure the organization remains mission-focused and compliant with all legal and ethical standards.
Grassroots’ Voices is registered as a Community-Based Organization (CBO) under Kenyan law and operates across Kwale County.
Our organization embraces a human rights based approach (HRBA) to drive advocacy for social accountability, environmental justice and the protection of sustainable livelihoods. Rooted in the principles of participation, non discrimination, transparency and accountability, our approach ensures that Individuals and communities are not only beneficiaries but active rights-holders in shaping the policies and decisions that affect their lives.
We envision a society where every individual has a voice, and communities thrive through active civic engagement, social justice, and equitable opportunities.
We strive to amplify marginalized voices, promote inclusivity and address systematic injustices by fostering community activism, raising awareness and driving sustainable solutions.
Grassroots’ Voices is a community-based organization (CBO) operating in Kwale County, Kenya. The organization was founded in 2023 to respond to the growing community concerns around weak public participation, limited access to information, environmental degradation, climate impacts, and shrinking livelihood opportunities, particularly in areas affected by extractive activities and socio-economic marginalization.
