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COMETOGETHER WIDOWS AND ORPHANS ORGANIZATION

Advocate | Inspire | Empower

CTWOO is a registered Non-Profit Organization in Kenya, officially recognized by the NGO Co-ordination Board under the Non-Governmental Organizations Act since January 2019. Our journey began as a Community- Based Organization on 10th October 2013, and over time, we evolved into an NGO, empowering us to extend our services to Widows and Orphans across the entire country.

About Us

Empowering Widows and Orphans for a Brighter Future

Come Together Widows and Orphans Organization is dedicated to Advancing Gender Equality and Ensuring Widows in all 47 counties in Kenya an have Equitable Access to Resources, Opportunities and that they don't loose their Dignity and they fully enjoy their Human Rights. CTWOO Champions for the protection of Human Rights and Uphold the Dignity of Widows, in alighnment with international standards including the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) and the Convention on the Rights of The Child. CTWOO believes that widows and their children are integral members of the family, despite the community and society often attempting to marginalize them after the loss of a husband and father to their children. Therefore, CTWOO places a strong focus on equipping widows, their children, and members of the community with knowledge about Family Law to ensure they are not subjected to discrimination rooted in harmful cultural practices.

CTWOO'S Belief

Vision

We envision a society in which social justice, human rights, hapiness and prosperity are guaranteed for every widow and orphan in Kenya.

Mission

To put in place strategies and policies that ensure widows’ and orphans’ rights are guaranteed, protected and that they are economically, socially and politically empowered and that they live fulfilled lives.

Core Values

Widowhood Data

WorldBank Data

According to the World Bank there are approximately 258 million widows worldwide, with over 115 million living in poverty.

KNBS Data

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) 2019 gives an estimate over 1 million widows in Kenya who remain largely voiceless in policymaking and social discussions.

CTWOO Data

Over the past 11 years, the Come Together Widows and Orphans Organization has approximately 4,100,097 widows through various initiatives, including empowerment programs, media outreach, and workshops.

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Our Strategy

ADVOCATE

We employ a multi-faceted advocacy strategy, focusing on raising public awareness through community engagement and media campaigns, while also lobbying for legislative changes to enhance the rights and welfare of widows. By partnering with local and international NGOs, we amplify our efforts and ensure a broader impact.

Inspire

We implement community-based programs that provide widows with education and economic empowerment opportunities, fostering resilience and independence. We also focus on creating supportive networks and mentorship programs that inspire widows to advocate for their rights and take on leadership roles within their communities.

Empower

We center on providing widows with access to vocational training and financial resources, enabling them to achieve economic self-sufficiency. We also offer legal support and advocacy training, empowering widows to assert their rights and actively participate in policy-making processes that affect their lives.

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Our Progress

September 2013

FOUNDATION

CTWOO officially started as a community-based organization on 14th of September 2013.

To expand its reach, CTWOO was subsequently registered as National NGO in 2019, allowing it to serve widows across the country

June 2015

1ST INTERNATIONAL WIDOWS DAY CELEBRATION

CTWOO celebrated the first international widows Day in Kenya, On 23r of June 2015 that was held in pawa254 theatre off state house road.s selvage skateboard Pinterest messenger bag.

January 2016

ESTABLISHMENT OF ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM

CTWOO began by providing psychosocial support to widows experiencing loss and grief, offering them social support. The Economic Empowerment program was launched with the partnership of Global fund for widows

July, 2021

LAUNCH OF THAMANI MJANE

Launched through a successful partnership with the government. Through the Ministry of public service, Youth and Gender Affair On 21st july, 2021 in Serena Hotel, Nairobi.

February 2023

LAUNCHED A DRAFT WIDOWED PERSON POSITION PAPER

In February 2023, we launched a draft widowed person position paper that seek to provide a framework for protecting widowed persons and Ensuring their Rights are upheld

February 2024

LAUNCH WIDOWS SACCO

In February 2024, we launched a Widows Sacco to ensure financial inclusion for widows.

February 2025

LAUNCH OF CTWOO ADVOCACY AWARDS

We launched the CTWOO advocay awards on Valentines day 2025 during our annual Vlentines Event. This award celebrates the people and organizations in the society that go out of their way, above and beyond to Make widows matter.

Our Main Annual Events

Valentine Dinner

CTWOO’s valentines dinner events serve as a platform for networking, sharing success stories, and discussing future collaborations to further our goal of achieving SDG 4.

Commission on the Status of Women (CSW)

Every year, Come Together Widows and Orphans Organization (CTWOO) actively participates in the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).

International Widows Day

Since 2016, Come Together Widows and Orphans Organization has hosted annual International Widows Day celebrations in various parts of Kenya.

16 Days of Activism

Each year, from November 25 to December 10, our 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaigns have made significant strides in addressing and combating violence against women and girls.

COMETOGETHER WIDOWS AND ORPHANS ORGANIZATION

Empowering Widows and Orphans for a Brighter Future