Amplifying Civil Society Voices in EU–Kenya Cooperation: META
The Kenyan Government has a long-standing partnership with the EU, which is comprehensive and encompasses the economic, security, political, and social sectors. The model and engagement have changed over the years. However, in the current model, Civil Society Organizations ’ voices are lacking. Meaningful Engagement Transformative Action [META] is a project designed to fill this gap. The Meaningful Engagement – Transformative Action (META) is a joint action of the African Women’s Development and Communication Network (FEMNET) , the Coalition for Sustainable Development (SDGs Kenya Forum), and Stichting Women Engage for a Common Future International (WECF) , Netherlands, with support from the EU Delegation in Kenya . When I represented the Koibatek Ogiek Women and Youth Network ( KOWYN ) at the META inception meeting for the North Rift Economic Bloc (NOREB), I felt this shift come alive. The gathering brought ...