Did you know that the core mandate of @ecdnetwork_ke is to ensure COORDINATED action amongst all ECD players in Kenya and be the Voice of Children? #voiceofchildren #coordination #coremandate @ChildFundKenya @PATHtweets @Kidogo_ECD @KenyattaUni @af_ecn @AOSKSECRETARIAT

The @ecdnetwork_ke is participating in a three-day Technical Working Group (TWG) review of the draft Kenya Child Care Standards. The review brings together key stakeholders, including the State Department, @NCCS_Ke @KenyaGovernors , Kenya Prisons Service, representatives from counties involved in the child care consultation and data collection, @NairobiCityGov Government, @MOH_Kenya and development partners such as @UNICEF , @GSF_talks @nurture_first @Kidogo_ECD , @covaw and others. The engagement provides an opportunity to review and strengthen the draft standards through multi-sectoral collaboration, ensuring they respond to the needs of children, caregivers, and childcare service providers across Kenya.

📢 WE ARE LIVE! The webinar on Scaling Two-Generation Parenting Programmes through County Systems: Investing in Caregivers to Nurture Thriving Children is happening now! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 We are bringing together stakeholders from across sectors to explore how county systems can strengthen support for caregivers and promote better outcomes for children and families. 💬 Keep the questions coming! Let’s engage, share insights, and learn together. #ECD #Childcare #Parenting #NurturingCare #CountySystems #ECDNeK @ICS_SP

📢 It's today, Have you registered? Join us today on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM EAT for a webinar on Scaling Two-Generation Parenting Programmes through County Systems: Investing in Caregivers to Nurture Thriving Children. 🔗 Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #Parenting #NurturingCare #Childcare

📢 Have you registered? Join us on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM EAT for a webinar on Scaling Two-Generation Parenting Programmes through County Systems: Investing in Caregivers to Nurture Thriving Children. 🔗 Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #Parenting #NurturingCare #Childcare @ICS_SP @LREB14 @af_ecn @ECDAction @thinkequalorg @hiltonfound @aphrc

📢 WEBINAR ALERT! How can county systems support the scaling of two-generation parenting programmes? Join us on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM EAT for an insightful webinar on Scaling Two-Generation Parenting Programmes through County Systems: Investing in Caregivers to Nurture Thriving Children. Let’s explore how investing in caregivers and strengthening county systems can support thriving children and families. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 📅 Date: 27 October 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM EAT 🔗 Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… Organized by the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB), in collaboration with the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services, Investing in Children and their Societies (ICS SP) and Early Childhood Development Network For Kenya (ECDNeK) Network for Kenya, among other partners. #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #Parenting #NurturingCare

📢 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Join us for the 7th National ECD Stakeholders’ Conference , happening from 2nd – 4th March 2027 at the Mavvel Hotel in Embu County , under the theme “Investing in ECD Ecosystems for Better Child Outcomes.” 🤝 Connect. Learn. Innovate. Shape the future of ECD! 🎟️ Take advantage of early bird rates and register today: forms.gle/r4kz8i6yP1e51Nxh6 #ECDConference2027 #ECDNeK #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #InvestInECD @af_ecn

📢 EXTENDED DEADLINE | 9TH OCTOBER 2026 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS | 7th National ECD Stakeholders’ Conference Due to public demand, the deadline for submission of abstracts has been extended to 9th October 2026! Haven’t submitted your abstract yet? This is your opportunity to share your research, innovations, and practical experiences that are shaping better outcomes for young children. Abstract submissions are invited under the four conference sub-themes available in the Conference Concept Note. 📝 Submit your abstract: forms.gle/ynv8tu7sJ1Aqk8m99 📄 Conference Concept Note: ecdnetworkforkenya.org/7th-n… 🎟️ Register for the Conference: forms.gle/Hf3sUnY6ZA7KApPb7 📌 Please note: The presenting author must be available to attend the conference and present the accepted abstract in person. #CallForAbstracts #ECDConference2027

The ECD Network for Kenya (ECDNeK) Board of Directors and Secretariat paid a courtesy visit to the Embu County Government as part of preparations for the upcoming 7th National ECD Stakeholders Conference , scheduled for 2nd–4th March 2027. During the visit, the delegation held a fruitful engagement with the Deputy Governor of Embu County , who expressed enthusiasm about the County hosting a national conference focused on Early Childhood Development. The Deputy Governor emphasised the importance of early and coordinated preparations and reaffirmed the County Government’s commitment to working closely with ECDNeK towards the successful delivery of the Conference. #ECDConference2027 #InvestInECD #ECDNeK #BetterChildOutcomes

📢 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗕𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗦 | 𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗖𝗗 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀' 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 Share your research, innovations, and practical experiences that are shaping better outcomes for young children. Theme: Investing in ECD Ecosystems for Better Child Outcomes . Abstract submissions are invited under the four conference sub-themes. Detailed topics for each sub-theme are available in the Conference Concept Note on our website. 📝 Submit your abstract: forms.gle/ynv8tu7sJ1Aqk8m99 📄 Conference Concept Note: ecdnetworkforkenya.org/7th-n… Kindly note: The presenting author must be available to attend the conference and present the accepted abstract in person. We look forward to your submissions! #CallForAbstracts #ECDConference2027

🌟 A warm welcome to our newest ECDNeK members, @thinkequalorg and @Kmet_Kenya Together, we are building stronger partnerships for quality early childhood development and a brighter future for every child in Kenya. #TogetherForEveryChild

📢 𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 | 𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗖𝗗 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 Theme: Investing in ECD Ecosystems for Better Child Outcomes. 📅 2nd – 4th March 2027 📍 Embu County Save the date and be part of the conversations, partnerships, and innovations shaping the future of Early Childhood Development in Kenya. Stay tuned for registration details, call for abstracts, sponsorship opportunities, speaker announcements, and much more. #SaveTheDate #ECDConference2027 #InvestInECD #NurturingCare #ECDNeK

ECD Network for Kenya is participating in a 5day multi-stakeholder co-creation convening organized by Mizizi Elimu Afrika in collaboration with the County Government of Samburu, focused on developing a caregiving model for adolescent mothers in Samburu County. The convening has brought together stakeholders from both National and County Governments, including the Ministry of Education, State Department for Children Services, National Council for Children Services, National Gender and Equality Commission, county leadership, development partners, and community actors to collectively understanding the challenges affecting adolescent girls and young mothers. Key reflections emerging from the discussions continue to challenge stakeholders towards action-oriented solutions: “Why have these issues remained persistent? What difference can be made? Where do adolescent mothers take their children if they lack supportive parents? And where are the adolescent fathers?” Statistics shared during the convening revealed the urgency of strengthening support systems, noting that 32% of the child mothers are married, while many others remain at home with limited support. The discussions continue to emphasize the importance of collective responsibility, child protection, caregiving support systems, and sustainable interventions that safeguard the wellbeing of adolescent mothers and their children. #ECDNeK #AdolescentMothers #ChildProtection #SamburuCounty #CaregivingSystems @mizizielimu @af_ecn @WorldBankGroup @WHOKenya @Kidogo_ECD @ICS_SP @hiltonfound @ECDAction @EchidnaGiving @UNICEF @UNICEFKenya

“Every missing child is more than a statistic, it is a family in pain, a community in distress, and a future placed at risk. As today we mark International Missing Children’s Day, we call upon parents, caregivers, communities, institutions, and government agencies to work together in protecting every child. Prevention begins with vigilance, open communication, and collective responsibility. Every child deserves to grow in safety, love, and protection.” — Early Childhood Development Network For Kenya (ECDNeK) #ProtectEveryChild #SafeChildrenSafeCommunities #InternationalMissingChildrensDay

The ECDNeK Webinar on Empowering Women & Men through Enhanced Childcare Support Systems successfully brought together government, private sector, development partners, caregivers, and ECD stakeholders to advance conversations on strengthening childcare systems in Kenya. 🔍 Key Issues Raised * Limited investment in affordable and quality childcare systems * Unequal caregiving responsibilities that continue to burden women * Inadequate support and inclusion for children with disabilities and their caregivers * Limited recognition and professionalization of childcare work * Need for stronger protection, accountability, and support systems for childcare providers. 📢 Call to Action ✔️ Increase investment in accessible and quality childcare systems ✔️ Promote shared caregiving responsibilities and engage men in childcare ✔️ Strengthen support and inclusion for caregivers of children with disabilities ✔️ Professionalize the childcare sector through training, regulation, and recognition ✔️ Strengthen safeguarding and protection systems for childcare workers and providers Together, we can build a more inclusive, dignified, and responsive childcare system that supports both children and caregivers to thrive. #ECD #ChildcareSupport #WomenEconomicEmpowerment #DisabilityInclusion #NurturingCare #ECDNeK @covaw @Kidogo_ECD @nurture_first @af_ecn @UNICEF @hiltonfound @ICS_SP @CatholicRelief

Preview of some of the speakers joining us for the webinar on Empowering Women & Men through Enhanced Childcare Support Systems. Be on the lookout for our panelists of the day, including caregivers on the ground who will share their day-to-day experiences and realities in providing childcare support. Join us tomorrow 12th May 2026 as we advance conversations on strengthening childcare systems in Kenya. 📅 12th May 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (EAT) 📍 Hybrid (Physical & Virtual) 🔗 Register Now: us02web.zoom.us/j/8674331211… @abdullahi_maa @nurture_first @WorldUniService @covaw @Kidogo_ECD @UNICEF @WFP @ECDAction @hiltonfound @af_ecn @melindagates @CatholicRelief

🚀 ECDNeK Webinar Series Episode II is Here ! Join the ECD Network for Kenya, in partnership with @Kidogo_ECD & @covaw , for a webinar titled: Empowering Women & Men Through Enhanced Childcare Support Systems We’re bringing together high-level sector leaders and policy influencers to explore how strengthened childcare systems can drive women’s economic empowerment and support labour force participation. 📅 12th May 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (EAT) 📍 Hybrid (Physical & Virtual) If you’re an ECD practitioner, policymaker, development partner, employer, or advocate for gender equality, this conversation is for you. 🔗 Register Now: us02web.zoom.us/j/8674331211… #WebinarSeries2026 #ECDKenya #ECDNeK #Childcare #WomensEconomicEmpowerment #GenderEquality

The PS, State Department for Children Services (Kenya), held a high level meeting with the Kenya delegation in Lesotho during the session of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC). The discussions provided valuable insights into strengthening child rights systems across countries. Key deliberations focused on the need to reinforce national coordination frameworks to ensure that efforts across health, education, social protection, and child protection are well aligned and mutually reinforcing. There was strong emphasis on building strategic and sustainable partnerships among governments, civil society, and regional bodies to accelerate progress for children. A critical takeaway was the importance of identifying and championing priority child rights issues based on country-specific contexts, supported by evidence and responsive programming. This approach is essential in addressing persistent gaps and ensuring that no child is left behind. The meeting also underscored the significance of actively participating in the Day of the African Child (DAC), both technically and financially, as a platform to amplify children’s voices, strengthen advocacy, and mobilize collective action. As stakeholders, we have a shared responsibility to move from commitments to action by strengthening coordination, investing in children, and advancing accountability mechanisms that deliver real impact in the lives of children across Africa. Organization present include @af_ecn @SDCS @NCCS_Ke , @glsurvivorsfund @acerwc @Centreforreproductiverights #ChildRights #ACERWC #DAC #NurturingCare #Partnerships #Africa

🚀 ECDNeK Webinar Series Episode II is Here ! Join the ECD Network for Kenya, in partnership with @Kidogo_ECD & @covaw , for a webinar titled: Empowering Women & Men Through Enhanced Childcare Support Systems We’re bringing together high-level sector leaders and policy influencers to explore how strengthened childcare systems can drive women’s economic empowerment and support labour force participation. 📅 12th May 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (EAT) 📍 Hybrid (Physical & Virtual) If you’re an ECD practitioner, policymaker, development partner, employer, or advocate for gender equality, this conversation is for you. 🔗 Register Now: us02web.zoom.us/j/8674331211… #WebinarSeries2026 #ECDKenya #ECDNeK #Childcare #WomensEconomicEmpowerment #GenderEquality