Can children take part?

Yes, the walk is family friendly and open to all ages. Ages 8-16 register at the Student/Youth rate (KES 1,000) and must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 7 walk free.

What is the money raised used for?

Funds go toward completing the FIDA Mediation Center, which will house dispute resolution and psychosocial support services, a free legal aid clinic, a leadership and mentorship centre, and a virtual justice hub for women and girls.

Is there an option for organizations to get involved beyond walking?

Yes, through the Exhibitor Partner Package (KES 200,000), which includes exhibition space, five complimentary walk passes, a speaking opportunity, live-stream visibility, and formal recognition as a partner.

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FIDA-Kenya Steps for Justice Walk 2026

Saturday, 22 August 2026 · 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

A movement, not just a walk. FIDA-Kenya brings together thousands of Kenyans in solidarity for women's rights, walking for Access, Dignity, and Change. Celebrating 40 years of FIDA Kenya's advocacy for gender equality, legal aid, and dignity for women and girls. Funds raised will complete the FIDA Mediation Center, delivering accessible, inclusive, and technology-enabled justice for women and girls across Kenya.

FIDA-Kenya Steps for Justice Walk 2026 poster

Uhuru Park, Nairobi

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

6.2km

KES 5,500 (Individual, Sale)→KES 1,000 (Student/Youth 8-16)→KES 1,550 per person (Corporate/Group Teams of 5-50, Sale)

FIDA Kenya (Federation of Women Lawyers Kenya)

0710607241→0768286596→communications@fidakenya.org

walk.fidakenya.org

@fida_kenya

Event Highlights

Celebrates 40 years of FIDA Kenya's advocacy for gender equality, legal aid, and dignity for women and girls

Funds go toward completing the FIDA Mediation Center, a hub for dispute resolution, legal aid, leadership training, and a virtual justice platform

A 6.2km loop starting and ending at Uhuru Park, with 5 color stations along the route

All ages and family friendly, running from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

An Exhibitor Partner Package is available for organizations wanting a presence at the event

What's Included

Official event T-shirt (Individual and Corporate/Group tiers)

Certificate of participation

Access to all 5 color stations

Refreshments along the route (Individual tier)

Medical support coverage

Course Details

A 6.2km loop starting and finishing at Uhuru Park, expected to take 75-90 minutes within the 8:00 AM-12:00 PM window. The route heads along Ralph Bunche Road, turns south on Milimani Road, west along Processional Way, then north on Nyerere Road back to Uhuru Park. Water stations, 5 color stops, and medical support are placed throughout. Open to all ages, family friendly.

Getting There

Uhuru Park is in Nairobi's CBD, just off Uhuru Highway. On foot from the CBD it's roughly a 24-minute, 1.7km walk via Kenyatta Avenue, described as mostly flat.

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Did You Know?

🌍FIDA Kenya (the Federation of Women Lawyers Kenya) was established in 1985 and is Kenya's premier women's rights organization.

🌍FIDA Kenya operates programs in legal aid and education, gender-based violence response, economic empowerment, and policy reform, reaching thousands of women and girls across all 47 counties every year.