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Since our establishment in 2023, our organization has successfully mobilized strategic funding partnerships that align with its mission of promoting social justice, environmental protection, and inclusive development. These resources have enabled us to implement impactful programs and advocate for the rights of marginalized communities.
GGF supported our work with mining-impacted communities in Msambweni Constituency in Kwale County, enabling us to conduct civic education and awareness forums on legal and policy frameworks governing large scale
Global greengrants (GGF) 2024
The support from GGF provided funding for our anti-nuclear advocacy campaign in Kwale County, following the government’s plan to establish a Nuclear power plant in Kilifi and Kwale Counties. The project empowered communities to demand adequate community involvement in the planning stages environmentally and push for sustainable alternatives.
We partnered with CBM to advocate for the Biashara Fund Act 2025, a landmark piece for the disability – inclusive legislation that was successfully adopted by the county government of Kwale. This legislation, along with its accompanying regulations, ensures that PWD’s not only have equitable to access loan products but also hold positions in decision making spaces.
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.
