About
about our organization
The Pastoralists Rights and Advocacy Network (ParaNET) is a grassroots, non-sectarian, non-governmental organization based in Wajir, Northern Kenya. Established in December 2007, ParaNET was founded to address the systemic marginalization of pastoralist communities across northern Kenya. The organization focuses on vulnerable and underserved groups, particularly women, girls, and children, with a mission to advance access to justice, strengthen civic participation, and defend human dignity through community-led advocacy and empowerment.
Pastoralist communities bear the brunt of the climate crisis, facing recurrent droughts, floods, and shrinking grazing lands that threaten their livelihoods, food security, and overall well-being. Recognizing these growing challenges, ParaNET has increasingly integrated climate action into its work, championing climate justice and resilience in ways that are grounded in Kenya’s Climate Change Act (2016) and the National Climate Change Response Strategy. Our approach combines practical interventions with advocacy to strengthen the capacity of communities to withstand climate-related risks and safeguard their long-term survival and dignity.
Our Mission
Our mission is to advance climate justice, legal empowerment, democracy, and human rights for marginalized pastoralist communities through advocacy, education, and community-led action.
Our Vision
A just, inclusive, and equitable society where all pastoralists especially women, children, and other vulnerable groups can live with dignity, access their rights, and shape their own futures.
Strengthening Justice
Building resilience and justice for marginalized groups.
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lives Directly Impacted
27K+
Reached through our intiatives
50+
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