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Social Harmony

We believe that peace and social harmony is a prerequisite for development and prosperity. Kivulini acknowledges that there are more socio-cultural, historical and political factors that unite the communities in northern Kenya compared to the small differences that have hitherto been seen as the causes of perennial conflicts. With the help of local partners, our aim is to create a forum for open discussion and dialogue between pastoralist communities of Northern Kenya and all other parties interested in regional development.

In particular we aim to facilitate and encourage continuous dialogue between pastoralist communities and their legislators, administrators, Government, all economic sectors and other interested parties. Further, we strive to promote peace and harmony within and between pastoralist communities of Northern Kenya through forums and exchanges that encourage shared values and shared burdens

#2. Livelihood

Kivulini Trust supports the improvement of the social and economic status of pastoralist communities in the Trust area - through capacity building for sustainable livelihoods leading to self-reliance. We acknowledge the great untapped potential in pastoral production as a major livelihood option in a largely arid environment of northern Kenya. .

In collaboration with our local and international partners our aim is to improve pastoral production to achieve food sufficiency. Kivulini intends to create, promote and implement the participation of the poor target households and communities into various productive economic activities that will improve their asset base

In addition, we support other non-pastoral livelihood options and to explore opportunities for livelihood diversification, including ecotourism, cultural tourism and sustainable exploitation of natural resources.