HURIA has robust networks, not only within the coast but in Kenya as a whole. Therefore, partnering with HURIA ensures Young Cities/Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) can tap into the robust structures, and networks within the region. My favourite aspect of the organization is its staff. HURIA staff are dedicated to their work, which is excellent, but most of all, they are remarkable individuals, which aids the cementing of our partnership.

HURIA is such a committed partner composed by a strong leadership and a team that carries out their mandate in a very passionate manner. Our partnership with HURIA is guided by mutual learning, perseverance, and respect, while we strive for a common aim: the equal enjoyment of fundamental rights and freedoms by each and every individual, without discrimination of any kind. We commend its latest achievements, high levels of self-reflection and self-learning, leading to an incredible growth path through which the organisation has gained its relevance and legitimacy in the Coastal region. Due to its outstanding rights-based approach as well as by critically engaging with a broad range of State and non- State actors, I truly believe that HURIA's existence is for the benefit of all in Kenya!"

HURIA is aninnovative organization that utilizes a humanrights approach to strengthen community resilience against the drivers of violent extremism, by enabling the active engagement and building the capacity of women in preventing and countering violence extremism (P/CVE) efforts. It has leveraged its expertise and experience as a key actor working on P/CVE in the Coast by serving as a critical juncture between local communities, government, and security actors to create safes paces and channels of communication for enhanced collaboration and information sharing. HURIA has been an essential partner in the advancement of the rights of women in the Coast, and we look forward to our continued partnership with HURIA on promoting the Women, Peace and Security agenda in Kenya.