Kibwana Kivutha

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• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: Yes, Mr. Speaker, Sir. view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: Yes, Mr. Speaker, Sir. view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. The findings are both enlightening and concerning. The report reveals that, on average, women in Kenya spend approximately five times more time than men on unpaid domestic and care work. This not only perpetuates gender inequalities, but also impedes women’s empowerment, hindering their ability to engage in productive activities and public life. The invaluable partnership of the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC), the Council of Governors (CoGs), and the University of Nairobi (UoN) in this survey highlights the collective commitment to addressing the gender disparities embedded in unpaid care workers. As we delve into ... view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. The findings are both enlightening and concerning. The report reveals that, on average, women in Kenya spend approximately five times more time than men on unpaid domestic and care work. This not only perpetuates gender inequalities, but also impedes women’s empowerment, hindering their ability to engage in productive activities and public life. The invaluable partnership of the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC), the Council of Governors (CoGs), and the University of Nairobi (UoN) in this survey highlights the collective commitment to addressing the gender disparities embedded in unpaid care workers. As we delve into ... view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate. view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate. view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: This oversight has broader implications, including the perpetuation of the feminization of poverty and a hindrance to the full realization of women’s potential in economic and social development. To address these challenges and pave the way for a more equitable future, it is imperative that we not only recognize the disproportionate burden placed on women, but also take concrete steps towards policy development and legislative reforms. The report emphasizes the need for an unpaid care and domestic work policy to legally recognize, reduce, and redistribute this workload. Furthermore, it calls for the development of labour policies that support the integration ... view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: This oversight has broader implications, including the perpetuation of the feminization of poverty and a hindrance to the full realization of women’s potential in economic and social development. To address these challenges and pave the way for a more equitable future, it is imperative that we not only recognize the disproportionate burden placed on women, but also take concrete steps towards policy development and legislative reforms. The report emphasizes the need for an unpaid care and domestic work policy to legally recognize, reduce, and redistribute this workload. Furthermore, it calls for the development of labour policies that support the integration ... view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: Thank you Mr. Speaker, Sir. I will proceed with my second Statement on the establishment of mental health unit desks in all institutions in Kenya. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise, pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1), to request for a Statement from the Standing Committee on Health on the establishment of mental health unit desks in all institutions in Kenya. In the Statement, the Committee should- (1) Outline initiatives undertaken by the Government to establish mental health unit desks in all public and private institutions in Kenya explaining any coordination with mental health professionals and organizations to provide timely interventions and ... view
• 15 Nov 2023 in Senate: Thank you Mr. Speaker, Sir. I will proceed with my second Statement on the establishment of mental health unit desks in all institutions in Kenya. Mr. Speaker, Sir, I rise, pursuant to Standing Order No.53(1), to request for a Statement from the Standing Committee on Health on the establishment of mental health unit desks in all institutions in Kenya. In the Statement, the Committee should- (1) Outline initiatives undertaken by the Government to establish mental health unit desks in all public and private institutions in Kenya explaining any coordination with mental health professionals and organizations to provide timely interventions and ... view