Project Location-Kenya
Project Name: Passing the Batton
Building on the success of Passing the Baton Season 1, which garnered significant stakeholder support, FEMInspire expands to include young women with innovative ideas. By mapping and connecting these emerging leaders with trailblazers, the project will create a strategic mentorship network, fostering intergenerational collaboration and strengthening the feminist movement in Kenya.
FEMInspire aims to strengthen the feminist movement in Kenya through a cross-generational initiative that builds on the successes of the Passing the Baton program. The project fosters mentorship, intergenerational dialogue, and collective action by connecting young feminists with retired trailblazing women to sustain feminist gains, preserve milestones, and expand inclusive feminist spaces.
- Intergenerational Dialogue:
- Establish structured mentorship spaces through events like the Feminine and Firebrands Convening and Gladiators Mentorship Congress.
- Facilitate one-on-one and collective mentorship to promote cross-learning between young feminists and seasoned women leaders.
- Preserving Feminist Milestones:
- Develop the Trail-Blazers Depository Unit and HERSTORY Hive to document and celebrate the contributions of trailblazing women.
- Produce HERSTORY Books and inter-generational podcasts to preserve stories and achievements for future generations.
- Strengthening Collective Feminist Action:
- Mobilize women across generations to promote collaboration and avoid isolated efforts.
- Host annual events like the Solidarity Festival to foster community, knowledge exchange, and empowerment.
- Intergenerational Dialogue:
- Enhanced Mentorship: Structured mentorship spaces will empower young women by connecting them with experienced leaders, fostering leadership and sustainable growth.
- Increased Recognition: Platforms like the Trail-Blazers Bank and public media campaigns will affirm and celebrate women’s contributions, inspiring future generations.
- Preserved Legacy: A repository of feminist milestones through HERSTORY Books and podcasts will ensure historical and current achievements are documented.
- 4. Stronger Community: Events and convenings will build inclusivity and solidarity, creating a cohesive feminist movement across diverse regions.
By mapping and connecting emerging leaders with trailblazers, the project will create a strategic mentorship network, fostering intergenerational collaboration and strengthening the feminist movement in Kenya.
