The Women Political Alliance - Kenya (WPA-K)
Empowering Women to Succeed in Development
The Women Political Alliance – Kenya (WPA-K) is a leading women-led network dedicated to transforming women’s leadership and participation in Kenya’s political, economic, and environmental governance. Since our founding in 2000, we have remained steadfast in our mission to ensure that women have equal representation in decision-making processes across all levels of governance. Read More
OUR VISION
A future where women lead and participate equally in political, economic, and environmental governance, driving equitable development, justice, and sustainability.
OUR MISSION
To empower women in Kenya to lead and participate in governance by building their capacity, influencing policies, and creating inclusive spaces that promote gender equality, justice, and sustainable progress.
SHARED VALUE
At WPA-K, we focus on key areas that are critical to achieving gender equality and women’s empowerment, engagement, non-discrimination, accountability, and integrity.
Why We Exist
With a rich history of advocacy, capacity building, and legislative engagement, WPA-K works to break barriers, promote gender equality, and foster an inclusive society where women can lead and thrive. Our membership includes national women’s organizations, women in political leadership, and community-based organizations, all united by a shared commitment to advancing women’s rights and leadership.
Empowering Women in Development
Our commitment
As we look towards 2025-2030, we are committed to:
Increasing women's leadership in governance.
Strengthening women’s economic empowerment.
Promoting gender-responsive climate action.
Advocating for stronger policies to combat gender-based violence.
Building a pipeline of future women leaders through youth engagement.
Core Values
At WPA-K, we are driven by a set of core values that guide our mission and actions:
Equality and Equity
We believe in the fundamental right of all individuals, regardless of gender, to have equal opportunities and equitable representation in governance and decision-making.
Inclusion
We are committed to creating inclusive spaces where diverse voices, especially those of marginalized women, are heard and represented.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our engagements and partnerships.
Collaboration
We value partnerships and collective action, recognizing that collaboration with government, civil society, and the private sector is key to achieving our goals.
Empowerment
We are dedicated to empowering women through knowledge, skills, and opportunities to lead in political, economic, and environmental governance.