Organization for Pastoral Peace and Development
Organization for Pastoral Peace and Development (OPPD Kenya) OPPD Kenya is a nonprofit organization working to promote peace, resilience, and sustainable development among pastoralist communities in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid regions. Through community-driven programs, OPPD focuses on livelihoods, peacebuilding, protection, education, and emergency response. The organization is committed to gender equity, innovation, and inclusive development for marginalized communities.
Who We Work With
Thematic Focus Areas
- Mainly pastoral communities
- refugees
Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
Promoting social cohesion through art, music, sports, and cultural exchange.
Livelihoods and Economic Empowerment
Supporting pastoralist communities through agriculture, vocational training, and entrepreneurship.
Protection and Human Rights
Addressing gender-based violence (GBV), child protection, and promoting human rights awareness.
Education and Skills Development
Enhancing access to formal education and technical skills for youth and women.
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)
Improving access to clean water and sanitation facilities in rural and marginalized areas.
Community and Institutional Capacity Building
Strengthening local governance structures and civil society organizations.
Technology and Innovation for Rural Inclusion
Introducing creative tech hubs and tools to bridge the digital divide in ASAL regions.
Environmental Protection and Natural Resource Management
Promoting climate resilience, sustainable land use, and ecosystem restoration.
What we do and our program portfolio
Financial Inclusion and Digital Skills Training for Pastoral Women and Youth in Garissa County Providing financial literacy and digital skills training to empower pastoral women and youth in Garissa County. Rainwater Harvesting Training for Pastoral Communities in Garissa County Offering training on rainwater harvesting techniques to improve water accessibility for pastoral communities in Garissa County. Awareness Campaign on the Dangers of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) within Pastoral Communities Raising awareness about the risks and consequences of gender-based violence (GBV) within pastoral communities.
Get in Touch
- fozia@oppdkenya.org
- +254 722 252 302
- 55AUC House, Gatundo road Kileleshwa,Nairobi,kenya
- www.oppdkenya.org
