Carolyne Simon
Community Leader | Nature Enthusiast | Advocate
The Ogiek Women Development Consortium (OWDC) is a grassroots, women-led organization founded in 1999 and officially registered in 2000.
Born out of a collective voice of seven Ogiek women self-help groups, OWDC works to address the social, economic, environmental, and political challenges faced by Ogiek women, youth, and children. Ogiek Women's Development Consort (OWDC) endeavors in the fight for women’s, youth, and children's rights of the Ogiek community.
Our Vision
A just, transformed, and equitable society where Ogiek women, youth, and children exercise their rights fully in tranquility and dignity
Our Mission
To empower, build capacity, advocate for, and transform the lives of Ogiek women, youth, and children through lobbying, policy development, networking, and training—fostering an enabling environment for the realization of their rights by 2030.
Expert Team
Meet the team members
Dalton Parsariko
Finance Specialist | Youth Advocate | Certified Counselor
Duncan Momanyi
Community Counselor | GBV Champion | Youth Mentor
Petronilla Minoo
Peer Educator | Women’s Rights Advocate | Mentor