WHO WE ARE
WALKING FAR TOGETHER
Formation of Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) was motivated by observing gains achieved by similar spouse associations across the globe; in Nigeria, India, Pakistan and USA to benchmark on best practices. We seek to deliver impact to our larger Kenya Defence Forces families in line with a popular African proverb that says, “If you want to walk fast, walk alone. If you want to walk far, walk together”.
MWAK shall develop a road map through an action plan specifying activities to be undertaken each year. This being the first strategic plan, we choose to remain selective and focused on the areas that are most critical and where we can make the greatest impact in promoting the welfare of KDF families.
MWAK TIMELINE
MWAK History
January 8, 2021 - Registration
Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) is a non-profit association, registered on January 8, 2021 under section 10 of the Societies Act.
March 17, 2021 - Inauguration
Inaugurated on March 17, 2021. The association membership is voluntary for wives of Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) personnel.
April - June , 2021 - Needs Assesment
MWAK developed a road map through an action plan specifying activities to be undertaken each year. We choose to remain selective and focused on the areas that are most critical and where we can make the greatest impact in promoting the welfare of KDF families. The team visited all Military units,formations and bases.
July -August , 2021
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) donated assorted aid devices to children abled differently at Lanet Barracks, Nakuru. The children were drawn from families of Service Personnel attached to KDF Services, Formations and Units and residing in the region.
August, 2021 - Widows connect
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on 4th August 2021 met widows of fallen KDF heroes who have passed in the line of duty. The forum where over 30 widows converged at the Lang’ata Barracks was aimed at sharing experiences and brainstorming on mitigation measures and how best to improve the support system and services from the KDF.
October, 2021 - MATERNAL AND CHILD CARE OUTREACH
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) has completed a three-day mentorship and maternal health outreach in the Coast region. They visited two military units and conducted a mentorship program to the members of the Kenya Navy Widows Association, at a Mombasa hotel. Led by the MWAK Chairperson, Mrs Tabitha Kibochi, MWAK started their activities with a maternal and child health campaign at the Kenya Navy Base Mtongwe Base on Tuesday 26 October 2021.
October, 2021 - MATERNAL HEALTH OUTREACH TO LANG’ATA GARRISON
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on the 5th, October 2021 took the Medical Outreach to Langata Garrison to sensitize the mothers on safe maternal health.
October, 2021 - MATERNAL HEALTH OUTREACH TO LANG’ATA GARRISON
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on the 5th, October 2021 took the Medical Outreach to Langata Garrison to sensitize the mothers on safe maternal health.
January, 2022 - GREETINGS FOR THE NEW YEAR
Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF) General Robert Kibochi on Sunday 2nd January 2022 visited patients admitted at the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital to give them greetings and wish them good tidings for the new year.
April, 2022 - ROLLS OUT WOMEN MENTORSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) together with the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Compensation and Welfare (C&W) branch has rolled out a capacity building training program for women in a quest to improve the holistic quality of life for KDF families. The association held a one-day mentorship and empowerment session with widows and spouses of KDF Service Personnel at Moi Air Base (MAB), Nairobi.
2021 – 2025 - Strategic plan
In order to provide focus and direction in its operations, the Association has developed its first four-year strategic plan 2021 – 2025. The Plans is broken down into annual operational plans to ensure full implementation by end of Plan period.
June 2022 - MWAK MENTORSHIP
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on Saturday 18th June 2022 held a mentorship program at Moi Barracks primary and secondary schools in Eldoret.
June 2022 - INTERNATIONAL WIDOWS DAY
The Military Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) on Thursday, 23rd June 2022 marked the International Widows Day with a nationwide Widows Connect Summit campaign geared toward bringing together widows of fallen KDF soldiers from across the country.
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