About Us:
Zinduka’s Mission

As a nonprofit organization, we are committed to ensuring that girls and women in Kenya can live free from female genital mutilation (FGM/C) and shape their own futures.  

Through educational programs and community-based projects, we create safe spaces for dialogue and awareness-raising, empower individuals to take responsibility for their own lives, and support long-term processes of change within communities.
Our work is carried out in close collaboration with local partner organizations and communities and is based on trust, respect, and sustainability. In this way, we create opportunities that have an impact beyond individual projects—for today and for future generations. 

ANTONIA'S STORY

ANTONIA KIPAINOI

Founder and CEO of Zinduka

Even before I turned 18, I was drawn to Kenya, without knowing exactly what to expect there.
Once there, I encountered the reality of female genital mutilation for the first time and saw how many girls are affected by it.
At the same time, I met inspiring women and dedicated individuals who were already advocating for girls’ rights at a young age. They showed me that lasting change comes from within society itself.

Comparing my own childhood to others, I realized how unequally opportunities are distributed. This led to my decision to empower girls and young women to shape their own lives.

Zinduka was born out of a vision to create long-term prospects through education and safe spaces—for a future in which communities can live free from violence and harmful practices.

ANTONIA KIPAINOI

Founder and CEO of Zinduka

ROSE'S STORY

Rose Gati

Programme Officer Zinduka

I grew up in Migori County, Kenya. In my family and community, female genital mutilation was considered the norm. My father was convinced that this was the only way we would be accepted. When he asked me at age eight if I would go through with it, I said I was still too young. Later, he kept trying to convince me.

When I finally decided against it, he got angry. He hit us and made it clear that he didn't want to spend money on uncircumcised girls. Still, I dreamed of going to college. My experiences became my motivation to empower other girls.

Zinduka made my dreams a reality. The organization has empowered me, provided me with an education, and given me a voice. Today, I speak openly about the consequences of FGM and advocate for girls’ right to make their own decisions about their lives.

Rose Gati

Programme Officer Zinduka

2016

Founding of Zinduka

Launch of a nonprofit initiative that empowers girls and young women and their communities in Kenya through community-based approaches.

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2017

Project Launch in Kenya

Launch of the first educational projects in close collaboration with local partners in Kenya.
2019

Girls Empowerment Programm

Our first Girls Empowerment Program in Kenya is launching and offers direct protection for girls at risk of FGM/C.
2024

#TogetherWeEndFGM

The TogetherWeEndFGM project is getting underway. For the first time, we are expanding our projects and community-based approaches to two new regions in Kenya.
Today

Impact & Growth

Expanding successful projects to other regions and establishing new collaborations with local, national, and international partners and communities.