Redefining Priorities,
Putting Girls' Education First
What Sets Us Apart
All About Us
The Tharaka Women’s Welfare Program (TWWP) was established in 2005 as the successor to Ntanira Na Mugambo (NNM), a self-help group founded in 1995 to combat Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Tharaka. NNM gained recognition as the first anti-FGM group in Kenya to introduce the Alternative Rite of Passage (ARP) in 1996, offering girls a dignified substitute to traditional FGM practices. As NNM’s mission expanded, TWWP was formed to further empower women and girls through education, scholarships, community awareness, income-generating activities, and safe male circumcision (SMC).
Since the inception of the ARP program, over 8,000 girls have graduated and now hold influential positions in government, the private sector, and beyond, serving as role models for others. Additionally, more than 500 boys have completed the SMC program, and 162 girls have successfully graduated at various levels of education through the Sisters to School sponsorship program, with 205 more girls currently supported. TWWP has also equipped women and girls with vital skills, training over 140 girls in basic computer literacy and providing more than 1,000 women with adult literacy education. Through income-generating initiatives, such as basket sales, women have earned over KES 1,000,000 since 2014.
At TWWP, we are committed to ensuring the women of Tharaka have the tools and opportunities to create sustainable livelihoods and stand as equals in society. Our journey began at home, in Tharaka, but it is powered by the support of partners and donors worldwide, including the Women’s Global Education Project, Global Fund for Women, Save the Children Canada, PATH, and Ford Foundation. Together, we are building a brighter future for the women and girls of Tharaka.
MISION
Our mission is to transform the lives of girls and women in Tharaka, guiding them towards a future free of female genital mutilation and child marriages. Through education and comprehensive support, we provide them with new opportunities, fostering an environment where every life can flourish and contribute to a more just and equitable society.
VISION
We envision a vibrant and hopeful community, where every girl and woman in Tharaka can flourish with freedom and dignity. In this future, harmful traditions will give way to the transformative power of knowledge and equity, opening doors to new opportunities and fulfilled dreams.
At the Tharaka Women’s Welfare Program (TWWP), we believe in the power of empowered girls and women to transform society. Our work is rooted in ethical standards and best practices, focusing on eradicating Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), promoting education, and encouraging self-reliance among vulnerable groups.
Our Philosophy and Guiding Values
At TWWP we believe in the unbreakable power of women and girls to change their destiny.
Empowerment
We believe that lasting change is achieved through partnership, working hand in hand with communities and stakeholders to create a brighter future.
Collaboration
Integrity
At TWWP we act with honesty and transparency, building trust and mutual respect.
At TWWP we advocate for a future where a person's worth does not depend on their gender.
Equality
Every woman’s journey is a story of struggle, courage, and triumph.
Resilience
Together, we weave a future full of opportunities and hope.
Unity
We embrace creative solutions, adapting to challenges to achieve our goals.
Innovation
We are committed to uplifting those in need with kindness, understanding, and care, ensuring no one is left behind.
Compassion