Women and Nature (WAN) Mashinani CBO
Introduction
A community-based organization dedicated to fostering sustainable development and positive
change at the grassroots level. We believe in the transformative power of women as key driver of progress,
working collaboratively to build resilient communities that are environmentally sound, economically just,
and socially equitable.
Our approach integrates local wisdom with innovative solutions, ensuring that
our initiatives lead to lasting impact for all.
Mission
Empowering grassroots women to champion environmental resilience, secure
economic justice, and drive equitable development.
Vission
Thriving, empowered
communities where grassroots women are the architects of environmental resilience, economic justice, and
equitable development.
Our Values
Empowerment:
We believe in nurturing the inherent capabilities and leadership
potential of every woman, providing them with the knowledge, skills, and resources to take control of their
lives and shape their communities.
Equity & Justice:
We are committed to fostering fairness, ensuring equal
opportunities, and actively working to dismantle systemic barriers that perpetuate inequality and injustice
within communities.
Sustainability:
Our dedication extends to ensuring the long-term well-being of both
people and the planet. We promote practices that conserve natural resources, protect ecosystems, and secure
a healthy environment for current and future generations.
Community-Driven:
We champion an approach where solutions originate from and are led
by the communities we serve. We value local knowledge, collective action, and inclusive participation in all
development initiatives.
Leadership
Mildred Ichingwa
Administrator
Mildred Ichingwa’s work is fueled by a steadfast belief in the
transformative power of women—a “sleeping giant” whose collective strength is vital to societal
progress. This conviction, rooted in her formative years, deeply resonates with WAN Mashinani’s
mission to empower grassroots women. She is committed to equipping women to become influential
changemakers leading efforts in environmental resilience, advancing economic justice, and fostering
inclusive community development.
She firmly believes that lasting progress begins at the
grassroots. By investing in women’s leadership and potential, she actively helps shape the thriving,
resilient communities that WAN Mashinani envisions where women are the architects of a more equitable
and prosperous future for all.
Esther Kimiti
Environmental Professional
A professional with a strong background in environmental planning and
management, utilizing her expertise to drive sustainable project development and conservation efforts.
With a Master's degree in Environmental Planning and Management and a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Project Management, Esther has established herself as a leader in the field.
Passionate about
community development, Esther has worked closely with local stakeholders to foster collaboration and
inclusivity. Through her projects, she has empowered communities to actively participate in
decision-making processes, promoting social equity and sustainable development. Her dedication to
engaging with diverse groups has resulted in meaningful partnerships and long-lasting relationships
built on trust and shared goals.
Ms. Annalice Achitsa
Youth Representative
Miss Achitsa is a grassroot woman also representing the youth with a
Human Resource background, is a ‘get it done’ type of person. With passion for creating change in the
lives of other grassroot women and youth she brings on board the bottom-up approach empowering
grassroots women and the young generation in transforming water and environmental burdens into
economic opportunities which is precisely what she has been doing at WAN Mashinani.
Outside of
work, Miss Annalice is a member of Climate Change Accelerator Movement, an initiative that saw women
across 9 counties trained on climate change resilience and mitigation. She is also an entrepreneur
and, in most occasions, she has motivated other women and youth on entrepreneurship.
Dr. Geoffrey Anyembe
Educationist
Dr. Anyembe is an educationist holding a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Educational Administration with specialization in Educational Research and Evaluation and a member of the society Educational Research and Evaluation in Kenya. He is social researcher and evaluator with extensive experience of over 25years, the experience he has applied in carrying out needs assessment survey for the foundation. All the projects we have initiated are backed by extensive research to ensure that they achieve maximum impact to the consumers of the project activities.