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缅北禁地IN KENYA PERSON OF YEAR AWARD WINNERS

Since 2002, UNIS Nairobi has been coordinating the selection process for the 缅北禁地in Kenya Person of the Year, culminating in the recognition of the eventual winner on 缅北禁地Day on 24 October.? UNIS is also responsible for leading the local celebration of other major 缅北禁地anniversaries and observances, such as the International Day of Peace, Human Rights Day, International Women’s Day, and others.

 

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2023丨Mikoko Pamoja Project

Mikoko Pamoja Project - A?community-based mangrove conservation and restoration project based in southern Kenya, showcasing commitment, dedication, and impactful efforts in protecting and restoring vital mangrove ecosystems and their unwavering commitment to sustainable community-based conservation efforts, significantly contributing to the fight against climate change and supporting local communities in need. Their efforts serve as an inspiration and beacon of hope for People, Planet, and Prosperity.

 

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2022丨Mr. Aaron Nanok

Mr. Aaron Nanok - For his work in sustainable agriculture in Turkana County by sharing his sustainability knowledge to transform lives in pastoral communities, supporting them to adapt to a changing climate in their homelands; for being a living advocate for the power of education as a pathway out of poverty; for his commitment to leaving no-one behind, especially youth, women and girls in the ASALs, as outlined in the Sustainable Development Goals and 缅北禁地Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Kenya.

 

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2021丨Ms. Wawira Njiru

Wawira Njiru, is a?Kenyan? entrepreneur,?human nutritionist, and?philanthropist, who serves as the?executive director?of?Food 4 Education, an organization that cooks, prepares and distributes nutritious meals, at subsidized prices to over 33,000 public school going children in Kenya by addressing nutritional barriers, each child is issued with a smart wristband linked to a virtual wallet into which parents deposit meagre amount of money.

 

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2020丨A team of 15 Kenyatta University Students

A team of 15 Kenyatta University Students developed the first Mechanical ventilator using locally available material to assist COVID 19 patients in breathing. The team developed the Tiba-Vent Ventilator that has already received Certification from Kenya Bureau of standards and awaiting clinical trials emerged winners for their innovation after foreseeing a shortage of ventilators due to increased demand occasioned by the global pandemic, and reduced freight travel.

 

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2019丨Brother Peter Tabichi

For being a living witness to the power of education and the inherent value and dignity of the teaching profession.

 

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2018丨Mr. Eliud Kipchoge

Mr. Eliud Kipchoge - for rising to meet the challenges surrounding the transmission of HIV/AIDS in Kenya and the difficulties the youth in Kenya face in their quest to be productive and responsible citizens and for his athletic heroism and determination to advance the spirit of sport, camaraderie and humanity

 

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2017丨Ms. Umra Omar

Ms. Umra - Founder of Safari Doctors that gives basic medical services, immunizations, maternal healthcare and treatment of malaria on islands near Lamu.

 

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2016丨Ms. Tegla Cheptike Loroupe

Ms. Tegla Cheptike Loroupe - for using her athletic prowess to promote peace-building in conflict zones and for her leadership in ensuring refugee participation in the 2016 Olympic Games for the first time in history

 

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2015丨Mr. Harold Kipchumba

Mr. Harold Kipchumba – f or his outstanding efforts towards the elimination and eradication of vaccine preventable diseases

 

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2014丨Her Excellency Margaret Kenyatta

Her Excellency Margaret Kenyatta, The First Lady of the Republic of Kenya -for her initiative and outstanding efforts in galvanizing the nation to ensure that “No woman should die while giving life.”

 

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2013丨Ms. Josephine K. Leseita

Ms. Josephine K. Leseita - for her outstanding efforts in rescuing girls from early marriage, harmful beading practices and female genital mutilation

 

 

2012丨Ms. Gudliye Farm

Ms. Gudliye Farm - was selected for its outstanding effort to eradicate food insecurity through embracing modern dry land farming as an alternative means of livelihood in Dadaab, North eastern Province, a predominantly dry land.

 

 

2011丨Ms. Pamela Achieng’ Sombe

Ms. Pamela Achieng’ Sombe - for her outstanding assistance in ensuring safe deliveries for expectant women in Nduru Kadero, Nyanza province, at a local public health dispensary with minimal health facilities

 

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2010丨Mr. Martin King’asia Martin

Mr. Martin King’asia co-designed the United Nation’s radio programme Timiza Ahadi, (Keep the Promise) in KBC

 

 

2009丨Mr. Henry Kirwa

Nairobi, 26 October, 2009 – Triple Beijing Paralympic games Gold medalist Henry Kirwa was named the United Nations (UN) in Kenya Person of the Year

2008丨Mr. Joseph Musyoka Nthenge

Mr. Joseph Musyoka Nthenge, Acting Senior Superintendent of Police - for his contribution to peace through dialogue. He is indeed worthy of the title - “Kenyan hero.”

2007丨Mr. Abbas Gullet

Mr. Abbas Gullet, Secretary General of Kenya Red Cross Society – for his outstanding leadership at KRCS which has emerged as the leading humanitarian focal point for sudden onset national disasters

2006丨Ms. Njoki Ndung’u

Ms. Ndung’u was selected because of her outstanding contributions to the protection of the rights of women in Kenya, and for serving as an inspiration for all Kenyans in keeping with the ideals of the UN. She is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya

2005丨Ms. Agnes Pareyio

Ms. Agnes Pareyio, of Narok District - for her efforts to save girls from Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and under-age marriage in a community where such practices are deeply-rooted

2004丨Professor Elizabeth Ngugi

Professor Elizabeth Ngugi, of the University of Nairobi College of Health Sciences - for being honoured for her contribution to preventing the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Kenya

2003丨Ms. Guddy Birkigt

Ms. Guddy Birkigt - for with contributing to the conservation of Robinson Island, located 30 kilometres from Malindi off the coast of Kenya

2002丨Mr. Joseph M’eruaki

Mr. Joseph M’eruaki - for having turned a barren land in Eastern Province with thorny bushes into a land of fruit and honey. In 1995, Mbeere District was a drought-prone area