human interest stories

The Impact of Family Planning Training on Healthcare Workers in Baringo County

In 2019, PS Kenya’s DESIP programme launched a family planning training initiative that has since transformed healthcare providers into inspiring trainers for their peers. These dedicated professionals have tackled longstanding challenges—from stock-outs and misconceptions about contraceptives to low male involvement...


On-Job Training & Mentorship: How Nurse Lorraine is Boosting Family Planning Uptake

Meet Lorraine Oyiengo—a dedicated 33-year-old nurse whose journey in healthcare has taken her from Masogo HC in 2014 to Got Kamondi in 2015, and finally to Ringa Health Centre in March 2018. Lorraine has spent the last six years providing...


Narok County Embraces Change in Male Engagement for Family Planning

In the heart of Narok County, where lush greenery and serene landscapes set the stage, Joseph Sirikwa stands out as a beacon of change. A devoted father of four, Joseph has taken it upon himself to educate his community on...


Male Involvement in Family Planning: Richard’s Journey

Deep in the rural village of Laluk, nestled among the lush scenery of Mulot, we meet Richard Lelei—a humble husband and father of five who is quietly transforming his community’s perspective on family planning. Thanks to the efforts of the...


Giving Persons with Disabilities Control Over Their Reproductive Health

Access to sexual and reproductive health services, including family planning, is often out of reach for persons with disabilities. Physical and communication barriers, a lack of disability-friendly services, stigma, and even negative attitudes from healthcare providers all contribute to this...


Community Outreaches: Renewed Faith in Family Planning

In the rural heart of Narok County, lack of accurate information has long fueled myths and misconceptions about family planning. Many women have heard stories that discourage them—for instance, one woman at Olmekenyu Health Centre recalled being told by a...


CBDs: Changing Cultural and Social Norms That Affect Family Planning

Access to reproductive information and contraception remains a critical unmet need in Narok, hindering the full realization of reproductive health rights. While many family planning programs focus solely on helping women access contraceptive information and services, deeply rooted cultural norms...


Addressing Family Planning Gaps in Narok County – The Women of Mau: A Case Study

The journey to Olmekenyu Health Center in Narok South Sub County is far from easy. Winding, muddy roads in a mountainous region bordering the Mau Forest set the stage for the daily challenges faced by women seeking healthcare. This center,...


A Testament to DESIP’s Initiative in West Pokot

Walking into facilities in West Pokot County is an experience you won’t forget. You’re immediately greeted by Community Health Promoters (CHPs) full of passion, youth representatives radiating strength, and beneficiaries whose smiles tell stories of hope and transformation. Together, they...