About us
Who We Are
Women in Modern Agriculture (WIMA) is an independent Kenyan Community-Based Organization (CBO) established in 2010 to promote sustainable development through women’s empowerment, youth engagement, inclusion of persons with disabilities, and support for orphans and vulnerable families.
Registered under the Ministry of Labour, Social Security, and Services and headquartered in Rarieda Sub-County, Siaya County, WIMA champions community-driven solutions that advance modern agriculture, health, education, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability
Our mission is to unlock the potential, dignity, and resilience of rural communities — empowering women, youth, persons with disabilities, orphans, and vulnerable families to thrive through modern agriculture, education, health, and environmental sustainability.
Our Areas of Focus
Food Security and Livelihoods
- Promotes modern and sustainable farming to improve food production and income.
- Trains communities in climate-smart agriculture, greenhouse farming, aquaculture, and value addition.
- Empowers women, youth, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) to view farming as a profitable business.
- Enhances access to microfinance, table banking, and revolving funds for financial stability and better nutrition.
Education and Skills Development
- Promotes access to quality education for orphans, vulnerable children, and youth.
- Provides bursaries, dignity kits, and school support programs to reduce barriers to learning.
- Offers vocational and technical training to build employable skills for youth and PWDs.
- Delivers life skills, mentorship, and entrepreneurship programs for self-reliance.
Health and Well-being
- Implements community-based health programs for inclusive, quality healthcare.
- Partners with local health systems to strengthen HIV prevention and treatment.
- Supports nutrition, maternal and child health, and psychosocial wellness.
- Promotes health equity for women, youth, and PWDs through awareness and advocacy.
Environmental Conservation
- Promotes environmental conservation and climate resilience within communities.
- Implements tree planting, waste management, and sustainable land use initiatives.
- Advocates for climate change adaptation and water resource protection.
- Encourages communities to protect ecosystems while improving food and income security.
Our Journey
From humble beginnings — a small volunteer team operating from a single office — WIMA has grown into a strong institution with professional staff, community field agents, and diverse programs in agriculture, health, education, and child protection. Our journey reflects the spirit of partnership, innovation, and community ownership that continues to guide us today.
Our Core Values
Our values and what we stand for
- Teamwork - We work together for the common good of our communities.
- Professionalism - We promote continuous learning and quality service delivery.
- Shared Leadership - We empower community structures to lead change.
- Integrity - We uphold honesty and ethics in all our actions.
- Transparency & Accountability - We uphold honesty and ethics in all our actions.
Theory of Change
"Systemic change only becomes a reality when communities take the center stage — initiating and driving their own development agenda."