WAKILI.SHA PODCAST

It’s World Children’s Day! The theme for this year is “investing in our future means investing in our children.”

On this episode, we speak with Paul. He is a senior banker, working as Head of Credit in a financial institution. What you wouldn’t know if you saw him is that he was once a child in conflict with the law (CICL) and went through the juvenile justice system as a child. His story is heart-breaking, but is full of optimism and hope for every child who is currently in the juvenile justice system, their parents and other stakeholders as well.

We are also joined by Hon. Lady Justice Teresia Matheka, who is a High Court Judge and Chairperson, NCAJ Special Taskforce on Children Matters. She is passionate about children matters and shares just why it’s so important that we care for CICL - and what the Taskforce is doing in that regard.

This is our first audiovisual episode, also available on our YouTube channel.

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What is life like for children in conflict with the law? How did COVID-19 affect them?

On this episode, we speak with Tony* (not his real name). He is a child in conflict with the law who shares his story and takes us through what COVID-19 has meant for him, his case, his family and other children in conflict with the law.

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What is Child Sex Trafficking? What causes it? Who’s responsible? How do we prevent it? How do we support survivors? And how do we see justice for victims?

We have partnered with the Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) Hub East Africa to bring you this very necessary and urgent conversation. We recognize that it’s an emotive topic that’s hardly discussed and often shrouded in mystery. We aim to change that by raising awareness.

It is estimated that there are about 20,000 victims of child sex trafficking in Kenya according to IJM Kenya and only a fraction of the cases are reported to the police. Additionally, the 2020 Trafficking In Persons Report by the United States Department of State indicated that out of the 853 reported victims of trafficking in Kenya in 2019, 351 were girls and 227 were boys while the DCI’s Transnational Organized Crime Unit (TOCU) proactively identified 144 trafficking victims during raids and encounters with commercial sex establishments. Similarly, a report by the East Africa Rights Child Network (EARCN) on Child Trafficking and Unsafe Migration in Kenya in the time of Covid 19, highlighted that Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) affects many children, who are trafficked into brothels and the sex tourism industry, and cases of Online Child Sexual Exploitation of Children (OCSE) were noted.

To help us dissect this issue, we invited 3 guests:

1. Timothy Kihungu, Attorney at International Justice Mission (IJM) Kenya
2. Margaret Njihia, Child Psychologist and Director, Sterling Performance Africa (SPA)
3. John Ngoti, Child Therapist, Childline Kenya

To report any cases of child abuse, neglect, exploitation or trafficking, call the FREE HOTLINE 116, run by Childline Kenya.

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Check out the HiiL Innovation Hub EA Podcast here: https://anchor.fm/hiil-innovation-hub-ea/episodes/Demystifying-Child-Sex-Trafficking-e16q6cp

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Are there girls in conflict with the law? Where are they held? What leads them into crime and what are their needs?

On this episode, we speak to Ms. Elizabeth Njeri, a Welfare Officer at Kamae Girls Borstal Institution. Kamae Girls is the only girls’ borstal institution in Kenya. Elizabeth has been in the field for years and shares what it means to care for girls in conflict with the law.

Jam packed with knowledge – and as always, laughter!

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Who takes care of children’s welfare issues when they are committed in institutions? Who protects their dignity? How are they placed into various rehabilitative programmes? What about the officers in these institutions – what are their needs?

On this episode, we speak to Mr. Charles, a Welfare Officer who has worked in rehabilitation institutions in Kenya for over 10 years. He lets us into his day-to-day activities, shares the challenges he and others face, and what motivates him to keep going.

This is one with loads to learn. From reverse mentorship; to some Giriama greetings; to how often your taste palette changes and so much more. 

We laughed a lot on this one too!

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Every year, the African Union and Member States celebrate the Day of the African Child on June 16th, to commemorate the 1976 Soweto Uprising and to raise awareness on the needs of African Children. The 2021 theme is, “30 years after the adoption of the Charter: accelerate the implementation of Agenda 2040 for an Africa fit for children”.

The African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (“the Charter”) envisions a child-friendly justice system. In 2016, on the Charter’s 25th anniversary, the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (“the Committee”) adopted “Agenda 2040: Fostering an Africa fit for children”. The Agenda serves as a strategic plan to implement children’s rights in Africa and has 10 Aspirations.

On this episode, we discuss, “The role of CSO's in the realization of Aspiration 7 of Agenda 2040. i.e. ‘Every child is protected against violence, exploitation, neglect and abuse’”: With special guests from the St. Patrick's Safeguarding Children Programme E.A., Shining Hope for Communities (“SHOFCO”), Strathmore Institute for Family Studies and Ethics (“IFS”), Orione, Crime Si Poa and Langata Legal Aid Centre (“LLAC”).

This episode is part of a DAC 2021 project we have undertaken together with the St. Patrick’s Safeguarding Children Programme E.A., Strathmore Law Clinic (“SLC”) and Strathmore Institute for Family Studies and Ethics (“IFS”). The project is funded by St. Patrick’s Safeguarding Children Programme E.A. (part of the larger St. Patrick's Missionary Society) and Misean Cara.

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On this episode, we are joined by Ms. Margaret Njihia, who is a clinical psychologist and child therapist. We discuss how the juvenile justice system can affect a child's psychological behaviour, and how we can take care of the mental wellbeing of children in conflict with the law. Listen in to learn about some things we talk about subconsciously that could actually impact the mental health of a child.

Let's not forget the fun! Find out a few fun facts about us and our guest as well!

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All FRIENDS gather round!

On this episode, we are joined by Ms. Mataa Maina, an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and pro-bono lawyer. We discuss the right to legal representation: what it means and why it is important that children in conflict with the law have legal representation. We also delve into her life as a pro-bono lawyer: the ups, the downs and staying sane through it all. As always, how can you plug in? And for advocates wondering "where can I sign up?", this is the episode for you! 

Going down memory lane, find out what cheeky things we all did during our childhoods!

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Welcome aboard! On this journey, we will have fun as we explore all things children in conflict with the law ("CICL"). Who are they? Where are they? What led them there? What challenges do they face? And what can we do about it? We will be seeking to find out if the justice system really is child-friendly and where there are gaps, we will seek practical solutions that you and I can plug into. The show will be hosted by Zippie, Bright and Liz.

This podcast is brought to you by Wakili.sha Initiative, a Kenyan non-profit aimed at promoting access to justice for CICL law through: -

1. Access to free legal representation;
2. Mentorship & Talent Development and
3. Public Awareness & Advocacy.

On episode 1, you get to meet Liz and Bright (yes, that's his real name!). They delve into the life of a CICL from arrest all the way to reintegration. You will know what exactly we do and why. They also reflect on COVID and what it’s meant for CICL. Finally, they explore ways in which you can act.

All while packing all the fun and laughter!

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Welcome aboard! On this journey, we will have fun as we explore all things children in conflict with the law ("CICL"). Who are they? Where are they? What led them there? What challenges do they face? And what can we do about it? We will be seeking to find out if the justice system really is child-friendly and where there are gaps, we will seek practical solutions that you and I can plug into. The show will be hosted by Zippie, Bright and Liz.

This podcast is brought to you by Wakili.sha Initiative, a Kenyan non-profit aimed at promoting access to justice for CICL law through: -

1. Access to free legal representation;
2. Mentorship & Talent Development and
3. Public Awareness & Advocacy.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.