Centre for Minority Rights Development (CEMIRIDE)
Strengthening the Rights of Minorities and Indigenous Peoples
For over 25 years, CEMIRIDE has advocated for the economic, social, cultural and political rights of minorities and indigenous peoples in Kenya.
Our Impact
What We Do
Governance
Advancing minority and indigenous representation in Kenya's political, constitutional and development processes.
Read moreEconomic Empowerment
Supporting minority and indigenous communities, from the Awer in Boni forest to the Ogiek in Mau forest, to secure their economic rights.
Read moreClimate Change
Ensuring the interests of communities most affected by climate change are represented in climate governance and policy.
Read moreAccess to Justice
Confronting the poverty, marginalisation and historical injustice facing Kenya's minority and indigenous communities.
Read moreClimate-Smart Agriculture MSP
A Steering Committee seat on the Climate Smart Agriculture Multi-Stakeholder Platform, chaired by the Ministry of Agriculture.
Read moreNCCAP Engagement Framework
A formal framework for marginalised indigenous communities to engage directly with Kenya's Climate Change Directorate.
Read moreBusiness & Human Rights
Representing minority and indigenous interests on the Implementation Committee for Kenya's National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights.
Read moreSupport Our Work
Your partnership helps us continue advocating for minorities and indigenous peoples across Kenya.
Latest News & Stories
October 15, 2026
A Side Event of The 89th Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
September 14, 2026
STREVOW Policy Dialogue with Government
September 14, 2026
Regional Workshop on Strengthening Gender Transformative Climate Change Adaptation (GTCCA) for Women with Disabilities
August 17, 2026
5th Regional Research Conference
August 5, 2026
Still I Rise
August 5, 2026
Voice of Change: Championing Beekeeping among the Youth
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