Young mothers in Kenya have rights. We help them use them.
Haki Dada is a free guide from Teenage Mums Empowerment for teenage mothers who want to stay in school, get health care and get help when an office turns them away. Everything here is in English and Kiswahili.
Where are you right now?
Pick the one closest to you. We’ll take you to the law that applies and the steps to take.
What the law says, and what girls are told
Kenya’s laws protect young mothers clearly. The trouble starts at the school gate, the clinic counter and the police desk, where people often don’t know the law or don’t say it. These are things girls in our workshops were told.
| The law says | She was told |
|---|---|
| Art. 53(1)(b): free, compulsory basic education | “Come back after you deliver.” |
| Art. 43(2): emergency treatment may not be refused | “No ID, no money, no service.” |
| Children Act, 2022, both parents share responsibility | “Find the father yourself.” |
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
JUA HAKI ZAKO
Researched, Developed and Designed by:
Kyra Wamuyu Munene
Elimu. Msaada. Suluhisho
Education. Support. Solutions
A guide for teenage mothers in Kenya
The brochure, on paper and on screen
A tri-fold you can print for a class or keep in a bag. Open it here, page by page, or download the PDF.
What we do
Skills training
Practical, creative skills that young mothers can earn a living from.
Mentorship
One-to-one and group mentoring that builds confidence, safety and a plan for the future.
Awareness against early pregnancy
Talking openly about the root causes of teenage pregnancy, in schools, online and in the community.
Income generation
Small businesses that bring in income and give mothers the time and space to work or study.
Want to talk it through?
You are not alone. There are people and organisations that can support you. Tap a number to call.