Yvonne Njoka, 35

Yvonne is an aspiring leader dedicated to child protection, currently leading efforts to provide essential services to survivors of sexual violence. With over 10 years of experience in children’s affairs, she has amassed extensive expertise in child protection, collaborating with various non-profit organizations in Kenya to implement impactful projects. Yvonne envisions a world free from all forms of violence against children and aspires to lead national and global initiatives to drive this change. In her free time, she enjoys music, exploring diverse cuisines, and continuously expanding her knowledge through learning opportunities.

Current Professional Engagement: I am a project coordinator at Maisha Girls Safe House, where we provide temporary shelter for teenage survivors of sexual violence. My role is to ensure that survivors of sexual violence are able to access quality essential services. I am also involved in SGBV prevention work where we raise awareness and sensitize communities. 

What inspires your work on ending childhood sexual violence? 

My work is inspired by the resilience of child survivors and the urgency to end their suffering. I believe in collective action to amplify our voices against this vice. Every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment to thrive, and I hope for a future free from childhood sexual violence. 

One highlight from your experience in the SPROUT fellowship

The in-person convening in Kenya was a powerful moment—young changemakers from diverse backgrounds sharing ideas, vulnerabilities, and experiences. Witnessing their dedication to ending childhood sexual violence was inspiring and reinforced my belief in collective action to create safer communities for children.

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