OUR STORY OFEMPOWERMENT
Born from a belief that every girl's voice matters, Dua Ya Dada creates safe spaces where stories become catalysts for transformative change.
How It All Started
Our Beginning
Dua Ya Dada was born from witnessing the untold stories of girls in underserved communities. We recognized that while girls faced numerous challenges—from limited educational opportunities to gender-based violence—their voices were often unheard in conversations about solutions.
We believed that storytelling could be more than entertainment; it could be a powerful tool for advocacy, healing, and social transformation.
Our Approach
We intentionally embed performance arts—including storytelling, spoken word, drama, music, dance, and visual art—into all our programs. This isn't just about creative expression; it's about giving girls the tools to articulate their experiences and advocate for change.
When girls are given safe spaces and creative tools, they become powerful advocates for themselves and their communities.
Our Impact Philosophy
Through Performance & Digital Arts, Girls:
- Highlight and amplify their challenges and lived experiences
- Challenge harmful norms, myths, and stigmas around SRHR, menstrual health, education, and GBV
- Build confidence, leadership, and agency to engage with decision-makers
We Enable Communities To:
- Engage in meaningful dialogue about sensitive issues
- Use art as a bridge between girls' voices and broader conversations
- Create lasting change through creative advocacy
Our Core Values
These principles guide every program, partnership, and story we support.
Safe Spaces
Creating environments where girls feel secure to express themselves authentically
Creative Expression
Fostering innovative storytelling through multiple art forms
Amplified Voices
Ensuring every girl's story reaches the audiences that matter
Community Partnership
Building bridges between girls and their communities for lasting change
Transformative Impact
Creating change that goes beyond individual stories to systemic transformation
Girls-Led Leadership
Centering girls as the architects of their own empowerment and advocacy
Our Journey
From a small initiative to a movement that reaches communities across Kenya.
Foundation
Dua Ya Dada was founded with a vision to amplify girls' voices through storytelling.
First Programs
Launched our first storytelling workshops in rural Kenya, reaching 50 girls.
Digital Stories Launch
Partnered with Jüdische Kulturbund for the Kenya Girls Digital Stories program.
Community Expansion
Expanded to 10+ communities across Kenya, empowering 300+ girls.
Global Recognition
Gained international recognition and expanded our digital platform.
Meet Our Team
Dedicated individuals working together to amplify girls' voices and create lasting change.
Saum Idd
Founder & Director
Passionate advocate for girls' empowerment with extensive experience in community development and storytelling. Saum founded Dua Ya Dada to create platforms where girls' voices drive meaningful social change.
Our Support Network
Community Leaders
Advisory Board
Local community leaders and advocates who guide our programs
Education Partners
Program Advisors
Educational specialists who help develop our curriculum
Arts Mentors
Creative Directors
Performance artists who guide our creative programming