Survivors Network Kenya (SNK)
Together we can end Trafficking in Persons
Survivors Network Kenya (SNK)
Together we can end Trafficking in Persons
who we are
Survivors Network Kenya is a survivor-led organization dedicated to combating human trafficking, child labour, forced labour, and modern slavery in Kenya. As a key player in Kenya’s anti-trafficking movement, we work to empower survivors by fostering leadership, amplifying their voices in decision-making spaces, and championing their rights at national, regional, and global levels.
what we do
Survivors Network Kenya champions the voices and leadership of trafficking survivors to drive systemic change. We help shape legislation and policies by collaborating with policymakers and international bodies, ensuring that anti-trafficking frameworks reflect survivor-informed perspectives. Through capacity-building programs and peer support networks, we empower survivors with advocacy and sustainability skills, amplifying their role in decision-making at local, national, and global levels. Simultaneously, we use grassroots connections to raise awareness, foster safer environments, and promote ethical survivor engagement practices. Above all, we strive to eradicate exploitation and foster a future where justice, dignity, and freedom prevail.
Mission
To combat human trafficking through survivor-centered advocacy, policy reform, and community engagement while empowering survivors through healing, justice, and reintegration as leaders of change
Vision
A trafficking-free Kenya where survivors thrive as leaders and advocates, and every individual lives free from exploitation, injustice, and fear.
Core Values
Justice , transparency, inclusivity , collaboration and Empowerment.
activities
Official launch of the Survivors Network Kenya (SNK)
We are happy to be registered under the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection.
Spotlight: Promoting Lived Experience Engagement in Modern Slavery Research
GFEMS and the Monitoring and Evaluation of Trafficking in Persons Community of Practice (METIP) recently hosted a side event ahead of the 2024 World Congress, focused on Promoting Lived Experience Engagement in Modern Slavery Research.
The session brought together key voices in anti-trafficking research to emphasize survivor-led accountability and the meaningful engagement of lived experience. A major highlight was celebrating the achievements of the GFEMS Peer Research Fellowship (Kenya cohort), where fellows presented their practicum research findings after completing hands-on research training hosted and conducted by Azadi Community.
We were proud to feature Fauziah Wanjiru from Survivors Network Kenya, who represented the outcome of this transformative training and spoke on the vital role survivor leaders play in shaping ethical, effective, and accountable research methodologies.
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Boma.
Training
Alliance 8.7 process
The Network participated actively at the development of the Kenyan Roadmap on Alliance 8.7
See more Alliance 8.7 Photos Here
Community awareness
Through awareness, survivor-led conversations, and community action, we continue to challenge the systems that allow trafficking to thrive .
Survivor World Congress
With representatives from Free the Slaves, Survivor Network Cameroon and Survivor Network Democratic Republic of Congo at the Survivor World Congress.
Media campaigns
Beryl and Milliam during one of the radio series campaigns against human trafficking at a local radio station.
Tracking Progress: Kenya's Journey as an Alliance 8.7 Pathfinder Country
Kenya’s designation as a Pathfinder Country under Alliance 8.7 marks a strong commitment to end child labour, forced labour, human trafficking and modern slavery in line with SDG 8.7.
During the ongoing ACCEL Africa – Kenya review meeting organized by the International Labour Organization (ILO), we met with government officials and key stakeholders to assess progress, discuss challenges, and align on next steps for accelerating action for the elimination of child labour in supply chains in Africa.
The discussions reaffirmed the importance of multi-sectoral collaboration, survivor inclusion to protect children in the most vulnerable supply chains, including agriculture and mining.
Secretariat monthly meetings
The Survivor Network Secretariat held its monthly meeting to review progress, discuss key priorities, strengthen coordination, and plan for upcoming activities.
Together, we remain committed to ensuring that survivors are not merely heard, but are recognized as leaders, advocates, and agents of cha
Policy Advocacy and Law Reforms.
Within the implementation period, SNK was privileged to attend the 3rd Erlase symposium organized by the Judiciary of Kenya held in Strathmore University in which for the first time, Survivors were able to directly address justice actors, highlighting how gaps in interpretation and enforcement of laws affects those exploited as children. Their contributions drew attention to the urgent need for survivor informed judicial approaches when addressing child labour cases.
Survivor Empowerment and Leadership
SNK deepened its presence in communities by registering 103 new members in two counties. In Mombasa, 60 survivors joined (20 men and 40 women), while in Busia, 43 survivors joined (13 men and 30 women). Survivors were classified under the Alliance 8.7 categories of forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, and modern slavery. This gave SNK real numbers to work with, not just stories, but data that helps us plan and advocate.During the July commemorations (Child Labour in Mombasa and Trafficking in Person’s).
Community Engagement and Awareness
At SNK, our community
engagement and awareness creation initiatives are dedicated to uniting local voices, advocates, and partners to combat human trafficking. By providing critical education on recognizing the signs of exploitation, supporting vulnerable individuals, and fostering proactive community vigilance, we work together to protect human rights, empower at-risk populations, and build safer, more resilient societies.
Recruitment Of New Member
SNK deepened its presence in communities by registering 103 new members in two counties. In Mombasa, 60 survivors joined (20 men and 40 women), while in Busia, 43 survivors joined (13 men and 30 women). Survivors were classified under the Alliance 8.7 categories of forced labour, child labour, human trafficking, and modern slavery. This gave SNK real numbers to work with, not just stories, but data that helps us plan and advocate.During the July commemorations (Child Labour in Mombasa and Trafficking in Person’s).
Research and Knowledge Building
SNK participated in a research dialogue convened by the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) on the journey of migrant workers before, during, and after trafficking.
The discussion highlighted the often-overlooked psychosocial impact of trafficking and underscored the urgent need for survivor-centred, trauma-informed support that extends beyond rescue to encompass long-term mental well-being, dignity, and reintegration.
welfare check initiatives
Launch of SNK Strategic Plan
n May 2025, SNK launched its first Strategic Plan (2025–2027), a moment that marked a new
chapter for our movement. The event brought together more than 50 partners, among them two
representatives from the Freedom Fund, alongside the U.S. Embassy, FCDO, Ministry of
Labour, Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Busara Research, and fellow civil society
organizations. For survivors, this was more than a formal launch, it was proof that our voices and plans are being recognized in Kenya’s anti-trafficking space.
SNK Members Bios
Milliam Kamau
Bio
Milliam Kamau is a survivor-leader, anti-trafficking advocate, lived-experience consultant, researcher, and regional program coordinator. She is the Chairperson and Co-founder of Survivors Network Kenya (SNK), where she leads advocacy, governance, partnerships, and survivor-led initiatives. Her experience spans regional coordination, policy engagement, qualitative research, ethical storytelling, and survivor-centered programming. Currently pursuing a Diploma in Guidance and Counseling at Kenyatta University, Milliam combines lived experience and professional training to advance survivor empowerment and inclusive responses to human trafficking.
Philip Kinyanjui
Bio
Philip Kinyanjui is a survivor advocate, researcher, community mobiliser, and transformative leader dedicated to advancing the rights, dignity, and well-being of survivors of human trafficking, modern slavery, and forced labour. He is a co-founder and Vice Chairperson of Survivor Network Kenya (SNK), where he champions survivor-centred and trauma-informed approaches to prevention, protection, access to justice, and meaningful participation.
Grounded in lived experience, Philip advocates for survivors to be recognised as experts, partners, leaders, and agents of change in shaping policies and programmes. Through research, public speaking, community advocacy, awareness creation, and policy engagement, he amplifies survivor voices, challenges systemic barriers, and strengthens survivor leadership towards safer, more inclusive societies where survivors can live with dignity, freedom, and purpose.
Eileen Beryl Oginga
Bio
Eileen Beryl Oginga
Survivor-Led Child Protection Advocate | Communications Specialist | Survivor Leader
Eileen Beryl Oginga is a Kenyan survivor-led child protection advocate and communications specialist passionate about advancing the rights, dignity and meaningful participation of children, young people and survivors of exploitation.
She is a founder and Organizing Secretary of Survivors Network Kenya (SNK), where she contributes to strengthening survivor leadership and advocating for greater recognition of lived experience in policy, programming and decision-making.
Eileen’s work focuses on child labor, child domestic work, human trafficking and modern slavery. Through advocacy, community engagement, media, public speaking and strategic communications, she works to raise awareness, influence change and create spaces where survivors can move from being recipients of support to active participants and leaders.
Her advocacy is rooted in lived experience, collaboration and a strong belief that survivors should have a voice in shaping the solutions that affect their lives.
Fauzia Wanjiru
Bio
As a committed survivor leader and safeguarding advocate, Fauziah brings over a decade of hands-on experience in community mobilization, gender-based violence response, and anti-trafficking initiatives. In her vital role within the SNK leadership team, she ensures that all organizational engagements uphold the highest standards of safety, dignity, and trauma-informed accountability for all survivor members.
Fauziah’s work is driven by a deep vision: embedding survivor perspectives at the core of national and global policy. Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping Kenya’s Alliance 8.7 Pathfinder Roadmap alongside the Ministry of Labour, and she has amplified Kenyan survivor voices internationally, including presenting at the 19th Global Coordinating Group (GCG) meeting in Turin, Italy. Grounded in extensive expertise across safeguarding, trauma healing, paralegal support, and labor rights, she is a powerful force for systemic protection and survivor mentorship.
“True protection begins when survivor safety is non-negotiable and lived experience actively shapes the frameworks designed to protect us.”
FiBi Chivatsi
Bio
FiBi Chivatsi is a Community Development Professional, with lived experience of modern slavery, and Vice Treasurer at Survivor Network Kenya. She is also the chapter lead for SNK Mombasa chapter. Through advocacy and community engagement, I promote survivor empowerment, human rights, awareness, and survivor leadership.
Margaret Njoroge
Bio
Margaret Njoroge a passionate leader, advocate, and activist, Margaret has committed her life to speaking out for those who cannot speak for themselves. In her role on the SNK leadership team, she works tirelessly to break down barriers, challenge systemic inequalities, and champion true justice, empowerment, and healing.
Her work is driven by a deep vision: creating a world where survivors of exploitation are fully heard, believed, and supported. Whether mobilizing at the grassroots level or advocating for stronger community protections, she is a powerful force for positive change.
Through my advocacy, I aim to inspire hope, foster resilience, and support survivors in their journey towards healing and recovery.
Mwanamwisho Matano
Bio
Mwanamwisho Matano is a survivor leader, migrant rights advocate, and community coordinator working to prevent modern-day slavery and promote safe labor migration. She is a cofounder and the lead person Mombasa Chapter. She is the Co-Founder and Chairperson of Survival of Hope Initiative (SOHI) CBO, a survivor-led organization with a network of over 800 survivors. She also serves as Vice Chairperson of the Migrant Workers Network and TUJIBIDISHE SACCO in Mombasa. Her work focuses on survivor empowerment, reintegration, economic empowerment, and advocating for the rights and protection of migrant workers.
purity Mbogo
Bio
Treasurer | Survivor Advocate | Survivor Leader
Purity Mbogo is a passionate survivor advocate and survivor leader dedicated to advancing survivor voice, leadership, dignity, and empowerment. As the Treasurer of Survivor Network Kenya (SNK), she contributes to strengthening the organization’s accountability, sustainability, and responsible stewardship while supporting its broader survivor-led mission.
With a strong belief in the power of lived experience, Purity advocates for survivors to move beyond being viewed solely as beneficiaries and to be recognized as leaders, decision-makers, advocates, and agents of change. She is committed to creating meaningful spaces where survivor voices are heard, respected, and translated into action.
Through her work with SNK, she contributes to efforts that challenge exploitation, strengthen survivor-centred systems, influence policy, and promote community-led solutions to human trafficking, child labour, forced labour, and modern slavery.
Her leadership is rooted in resilience, integrity, courage, and compassion. She continues to champion a future where survivors are empowered to shape the solutions, lead the conversations, and drive the change they want to see.
Sophia Amimo
Bio
Sophia Amino is a resilient human rights advocate of a survivor Network secretariat committee and community leader whose mission stems from personal experience. After surviving 8 years of labor exploitation in the Middle East, Sophia returned to Kenya in 2021 with a resolve to bring systemic change to migrant labor. She founded Domestic Workers Returnees of Kenya (DWROK) to offer returning migrants psychosocial support, reintegration assistance, digital literacy, standing support to refugee ,family affairs, financial literacy and a safe space for recovery.
Today, Sophia actively educates communities on safe labor migration, digital literacy, and gender mainstreaming. Through her leadership, media engagements, and global advocacy partnerships, she continues to amplify the voices of domestic workers and campaign for the protection of basic human rights worldwide
Winwitter Nelima
Bio
I am passionate about advocating for child rights and against child labour. I am not only a survivor of child labour but also a dedicated advocate in the fight for the rights of
vulnerable children.
I am among the co-founders and Assistant Secretary of Survivor Network Kenya, an
organization dedicated to advocating for the rights and welfare of survivors. I am also a student pursuing a course in Hospitality Management.
I am driven by a deep commitment to speak for the weak and ensure every child’s rights are protected. I am continuously expanding my knowledge and skills to effectively advocate
and serve in a professional capacity, inspired by my personal journey and a mission to create a world free from exploitation.
Lucy Itiolo
Bio
Lucy Itiolo is a community development practitioner and survivor-centred anti-trafficking champion, currently serving as Secretary to the Survivor Network Kenya (SNK).
She is committed to advancing the rights, dignity, and protection of vulnerable and underserved communities, and plays a key role in strengthening survivor leadership, meaningful participation, advocacy, and access to protection and support for survivors of human trafficking, modern slavery, exploitation, and child labour.